Best 4 Homemade Cranberry Sauce Recipes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade cranberry sauce, a culinary gem that elevates the Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts. This classic condiment complements roasted turkey, chicken, and pork with its vibrant red color, tangy sweetness, and subtle tartness. Prepared with fresh cranberries, sugar, water, and a touch of spices, this sauce offers a burst of flavor in every spoonful. Discover three variations to suit your taste preferences: the classic version with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, a zesty orange-infused variation for a citrusy kick, and a spicy rendition with a hint of heat from ginger and cinnamon. Elevate your holiday meals with these easy-to-follow recipes, ensuring a delicious and memorable dining experience.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE CRANBERRY GINGER SAUCE
No Thanksgiving is complete without cranberry sauce. This recipe is very customizable to your family's palate. In this version, I've used honey, orange juice, and crystallized ginger. But I have made it in the past with a sweet white wine and apples, which is also delicious. Using fresh cranberries, the sauce still gets a jelly-like consistency because when the cranberries pop open during cooking, they release pectin, which is a natural way to make jelly or jams. Once you try this recipe, you'll never go back.
Provided by frozendinnerdiva
Categories Side Dish
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir orange zest and juice, honey, crystallized ginger, cinnamon stick, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Stir cranberries into orange juice mixture, cover, and bring to a boil; let boil for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low. Simmer cranberry sauce until cranberries have popped, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and discard cinnamon stick. If a sweeter sauce is desired, stir in more honey. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 49.8 mg, Sugar 12.9 g
HOMEMADE CRANBERRY SAUCE ("CRANBERRY FRUIT CONSERVE")
Ina Garten prepared this on her Thanksgiving special. The reviews on the food network website were outstanding, so I tried it and wholeheartedly agree! Preparation time includes chilling; prep and cook time is under 30 minutes.
Provided by Kim in Walnut Creek
Categories Chutneys
Time 2h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook the cranberries, sugar and 1 cup of water in a saucepan over low heat for about 5 minutes, or until the skins pop open.
- Add the apple, zests and juices and let cook for 15 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the raisins and nuts.
- Let cool, and serve chilled.
HOMEMADE CRANBERRY SAUCE
Make and share this Homemade Cranberry Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Vseward Chef-V
Categories Winter
Time 40m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small saucepan combine cranberries, orange juice and zest, sugar and cinnamon.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmering and cook until cranberries are tender, stirring occasionally.
- In a small cup make a slurry with cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water.
- Whisk cornstarch mixture into cranberry sauce and cook, whisking, until sauce thickens.
- Taste and add more sugar, if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 19.1, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 49.2, Protein 0.6
HOMEMADE CRANBERRY SAUCE
A tasty cranberry sauce that beats the heck out of the canned stuff, although you may miss that suction sound those jellied logs make as they leave the can. Cooking time includes 30 minutes cooking, 30 minutes cooling.
Provided by Mark H.
Categories Berries
Time 1h10m
Yield 2-3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cranberries, sugar, lemon juice, and orange juice in a small sauce pan.
- Add enough water to cover cranberries.
- Bring to boil, then simmer for about 30 minutes or until cranberries have split open.
- Dissolve 1 to 2 tablespoons of cornstarch (depending on desired consistency of cranberry sauce) in an equal amount of cold water.
- Stir cornstarch paste into cranberries to thicken, then remove from heat and allow to cool about 20-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.6, Fat 0.3, Sodium 4.3, Carbohydrate 104.6, Fiber 8, Sugar 85, Protein 1
Tips:
- Choose fresh cranberries: Look for cranberries that are plump, firm, and deep red in color. Avoid cranberries that are bruised or have soft spots.
- Wash the cranberries before using: This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the oranges: This will help to prevent the oranges from tearing.
- Be careful not to overcook the cranberry sauce: Overcooked cranberry sauce will be too thick and gloppy. Cook the sauce just until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
- Let the cranberry sauce cool before serving: This will help the sauce to thicken and develop its flavor.
- Cranberry sauce can be made ahead of time: Make the sauce up to 3 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat the sauce over low heat before serving.
- Cranberry sauce can be used as a condiment or ingredient in other dishes: Use cranberry sauce as a condiment for roasted turkey, chicken, or pork. Add cranberry sauce to muffins, scones, or cakes. Use cranberry sauce as a filling for pies or tarts.
Conclusion:
Homemade cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's also a great way to use up fresh cranberries. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious cranberry sauce that will be the perfect addition to your holiday meal.
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