Best 4 Easy Cranberry Sauce Microwave Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade cranberry sauce, crafted with love and simplicity. This versatile condiment is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday feasts and everyday meals alike. Explore our collection of easy-to-follow recipes, ranging from the classic stovetop method to the swift microwave technique, ensuring a luscious and tangy sauce in no time. Whether you prefer a smooth or chunky texture, our recipes cater to diverse preferences, allowing you to customize the sauce to your liking. Elevate your culinary creations with the vibrant color and delectable taste of homemade cranberry sauce, a true taste of tradition and joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY SAUCE II



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This cranberry sauce is great -- it's tasty and incredibly simple to make!

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

½ pound fresh cranberries
1 cup white sugar
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a microwave safe bowl, mix together cranberries, sugar and water. Cover the mixture with wax paper and microwave on high power until the cranberries pop (about 7 minutes). Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.4 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 34.8 g

SIMPLE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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When you can't eat another bite of buttery mashed potatoes, hearty bread stuffing or herb-infused turkey, reach for the cranberry sauce! Delightfully tart and tangy, this essential side cuts through all those Thanksgiving flavors giving your palate the refreshing break you never knew you needed. With just a fast five-minute prep time, some fresh or frozen cranberries, a little water, sugar, a zest from your favorite citrus and some simmer time-homemade cranberry sauce will be on the table before you know it. The best part? You can make this crimson berry sauce the night before, so come turkey day you'll have one less thing to worry about.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Condiment

Time 3h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries (4 cups)
2 cups water
2 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Rinse cranberries with cool water, and remove any stems or blemished berries.
  • Heat water and sugar to boiling in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue boiling 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in cranberries. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Continue boiling about 5 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to pop. Pour sauce into bowl or container. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg

EASY CRANBERRY SAUCE - MICROWAVE



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This is a very easy way to make cranberry sauce. Try to use orange juice if possible, it really brings out "life" to the cranberry sauce. This is a fantastic recipe for cranberry sauce, I make it all the time for holidays, you can prepare this well in advance even days ahead, cover and refrigerate. If you are doubling the recipe then make in two separate microwave-safe bowls, don't double the recipe into one bowl or it will overflow in the microwave.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 19m

Yield 3-4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 1/4 cups sugar (a little more sugar, if you prefer it sweeter)
1/2 cup orange juice or 1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon grated orange rind

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a 3-qt microsafe bowl; mix well.
  • Cover with wax paper.
  • Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
  • Stir well; recover with wax paper.
  • Microwave another 5-7 mins longer until cranberries pop, and sauce has thickened.
  • Let stand, covered until cool.
  • Transfer to serving bowl and chill for 3-4 hours.

EASY CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Make and share this Easy Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tonkcats

Categories     < 15 Mins

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package cranberries
1/2-3/4 cup sugar (depending upon how sweet you like it)
1 cup orange marmalade
lemon juice
nuts, if desired

Steps:

  • Spread cranberries in shallow dish so that they are not too thick.
  • Sprinkle sugar over them.
  • Cover.
  • Place in oven at 350 degrees until all are popped open.
  • Remove from oven, mix with marmalade and lemon juice to taste. Refrigerate. ( you could add some nutmeg and cinnamon to this)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1174.2, Sodium 179.2, Carbohydrate 312.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 291.9, Protein 1

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries: Fresh cranberries are ideal for making cranberry sauce, but frozen cranberries can also be used. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Choose a microwave-safe bowl: Make sure the bowl you use to cook the cranberry sauce is microwave-safe. Glass or ceramic bowls are good options.
  • Add sugar to taste: The amount of sugar you add to the cranberry sauce will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Cook the cranberry sauce in short intervals: Microwave the cranberry sauce in short intervals, stirring in between, to prevent it from burning.
  • Let the cranberry sauce cool before serving: Allow the cranberry sauce to cool slightly before serving. This will help it to thicken and set.

Conclusion:

Making cranberry sauce in the microwave is a quick and easy way to prepare this classic holiday side dish. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have a delicious and tangy cranberry sauce that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you are serving it with turkey, ham, or chicken, or simply enjoying it on its own, this microwave cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion.

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