Indulge in the festive flavors of homemade cranberry sauce with our collection of Weight Watchers-friendly recipes. These delightful sauces are not only bursting with tangy-sweet cranberry goodness but also fit seamlessly into your WW lifestyle. From classic stovetop methods to slow cooker convenience and even a no-cook option, we've got you covered. Each recipe offers a unique twist, whether it's the addition of zesty orange, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, or a hint of maple syrup for a touch of sweetness. With minimal ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll have a delicious and guilt-free cranberry sauce ready to elevate your holiday meals or everyday breakfasts. Discover the perfect recipe to complement your WW journey and enjoy the vibrant flavors of cranberries in a healthy and satisfying way. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PERFECT CRANBERRY SAUCE
For the holidays, make this Perfect Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food Network Kitchen using fresh or frozen cranberries; kick it up with orange or lemon zest.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 37m
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Empty a 12-ounce bag of fresh or frozen cranberries into a saucepan and transfer 1/2 cup to a small bowl. Add 1 cup sugar, 1 strip orange or lemon zest and 2 tablespoons water to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries are soft, about 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and cook until the cranberries burst, about 12 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the reserved cranberries. Add sugar, salt and pepper to taste and cool to room temperature before serving.
CRANBERRY SAUCE
A Thanksgiving classic. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Toni
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Cranberry Sauce Recipes
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. Stir in the cranberries and cook until the cranberries start to pop (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and place sauce in a bowl. Cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 21.3 g
CRANBERRY ORANGE SAUCE - WEIGHT WATCHERS
I have not tried this recipe. I got it from a Weight Watchers magazine. It is a 1 point value. You can make this up to a week ahead if you like. 1/4 cup is a serving.
Provided by internetnut
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients in a large nonaluminum saucepan; cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries pop, 7-10 minutes.
- Let cool completely; remove and discard the zest. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cooks Tip: The zest is the rind of the orange, without the bitter white pith beneath. Use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest in strips and scrape off any pith with a small sharp knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 1.1, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 14, Protein 0.3
CRANBERRY SAUCE - WW CORE
This is a wonderful Thanksgiving dish, and sugar-free! You can use fresh or frozen cranberries, and your favorite brand of artificial sweetener.
Provided by CoreChick
Categories Berries
Time 20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Put the cranberries and water in a heavy saucepan, cook over medium heat until the cranberries pop.
- Add the orange zest and Splenda, add more sweetener to taste if you need it.
- Allow to cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 0.9, Carbohydrate 4.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.5, Protein 0.1
Tips:
- To save time, use a food processor or blender to chop the cranberries.
- For a sweeter sauce, add more sugar or honey.
- For a tarter sauce, add more lemon juice or orange juice.
- To make a spicy sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or ginger.
- For a more complex flavor, add a variety of spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves.
- If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
- Cranberry sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Conclusion:
Cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is a great addition to your holiday table, but it can also be enjoyed all year long. With so many different ways to make it, there is sure to be a cranberry sauce recipe that everyone will love.
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