Best 3 Mama Stambergs Cranberry Relish Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mama Stamberg's Cranberry Relish, a culinary masterpiece that brings a tangy and refreshing twist to your holiday feasts. This classic relish is a harmonious blend of fresh cranberries, crisp apples, sweet oranges, crunchy celery, and walnuts, all perfectly balanced with a touch of sugar and spices. It's a versatile condiment that complements a wide range of dishes, from traditional turkey and ham to modern vegetarian entrees.

This recipe collection offers three variations of this beloved relish, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. The first recipe stays true to the traditional cranberry relish, delivering a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. The second recipe adds a touch of elegance with Grand Marnier, while the third variation introduces a spicy kick with the addition of jalapeño peppers. With detailed instructions and helpful tips, these recipes ensure that you'll create a homemade cranberry relish that will be the star of your holiday table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MAMA STAMBERG'S CRANBERRY RELISH

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Heard this recipe on NPR and was pleasantly surprised that the strange ingredients garnered such a great cranberry dish. All credit must go to NPR's Susan Stamberg who shares this recipe on air every year at Thanksgiving time.

Provided by Emily

Categories Berries

Time 20m

Yield 1 1/2 pints, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups cranberries, whole, raw, washed
1 small onion, small means should be able to cup hand around onion
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish, red is a bit milder than white

Steps:

Grind the raw berries and onion together. (use an old-fashioned meat grinder or a food processor) - it should be chunky not a puree.
Add everything else and mix.
Put in a plastic container and freeze.
Early Thanksgiving morning, move it from freezer to refrigerator compartment to thaw. ("It should still have some little icy slivers left.").
The relish will be thick, creamy and shocking pink.

MAMA STAMBERG'S CRANBERRY RELISH RECIPE

Mama Stamberg's Cranberry Relish Recipe image

My brother made this for Thanksgiving, and it is a delicious unique combination. Delicious on leftover turkey or roastbeef sandwiches. The recipe is recited evey year on NPR by Susan Stamberg at Thanksgiving.

Provided by KelBel

Categories Berries

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups raw cranberries
1 small onion
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons horseradish

Steps:

Grind the cranberries and onion together.
Add remaining ingredients and mix.
Put in a plastic container and freeze.
An hour before serving, move the container from the freezer to the refrigerator compartment to thaw.
The relish will be thick, creamy, and shocking pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.6, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 50.6, Sodium 127.7, Carbohydrate 94, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 75.5, Protein 4.8

MAMA STAMBERG'S CRANBERRY RELISH

Mama Stamberg's Cranberry Relish image

Editor's Note: As Susan Stamberg has noted, her mother-in-law got the recipe from a 1959 New York Times clipping of Craig Claiborne's recipe for cranberry relish. In 1993, Claiborne told Stamberg: "Susan, I am simply delighted. We have gotten more mileage, you and I, out of that recipe than almost anything I've printed. " My...

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories Fruit Sauces

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups whole raw cranberries, washed
1 small onion
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons horseradish from a jar ("red is a bit milder than white")

Steps:

1. Grind the raw berries and onion together. ("I use an old-fashioned meat grinder," Stamberg says. "I'm sure there's a setting on the food processor that will give you a chunky grind, not a puree.") Add everything else and mix. Put in a plastic container and freeze.
2. Early Thanksgiving morning, move it from freezer to refrigerator compartment to thaw. ("It should still have some little icy slivers left.") The relish will be thick, creamy and shocking pink. ("OK, Pepto-Bismol pink.")

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are the best choice for making cranberry relish. They have a tart, slightly sweet flavor that is perfect for this dish.
Chop the cranberries coarsely. Chopping the cranberries coarsely will help to preserve their texture and prevent them from becoming too mushy.
Use a variety of spices. Mama Stamberg's cranberry relish uses a combination of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. You can also add other spices, such as ginger, allspice, or cardamom, to taste.
Sweeten the relish to taste. The amount of sugar you add to the relish will depend on your personal preference. You can also use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar.
Let the relish chill before serving. Chilling the relish for at least 30 minutes before serving will help to develop the flavors.

Conclusion:

Mama Stamberg's cranberry relish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for the holiday season. It is a great addition to any Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. With its tart, sweet, and spicy flavor, this relish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.