Best 3 Quick Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Brighten up your holiday table with a homemade cranberry sauce that's bursting with flavor. This tangy and sweet sauce is a classic accompaniment to turkey, chicken, and pork, and it's also delicious served as a condiment for pancakes, waffles, and ice cream. Our collection of cranberry sauce recipes offers a variety of options to suit your taste, from a quick and easy 5-minute sauce to a more elaborate version with fresh cranberries, orange zest, and cinnamon. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll love.

Let's cook with our recipes!

QUICK CRANBERRY SAUCE



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My family loves this cranberry sauce. The orange marmalade and spices make it stand out from typical cranberry sauces. -Lucia Johnson, Massena, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cans (14 ounces each) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 jar (12 ounces) orange marmalade
2 teaspoons orange juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SUNNY'S QUICK CRANBERRY STEAK PAN SAUCE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup cranberry juice or cranberry juice blend
2 tablespoons coarse-ground Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 shallot, finely grated on a rasp grater
Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 to 2 teaspoons agave nectar, if needed

Steps:

  • In a pan, preferably the pan you just made a steak or 2 in (leave the bits and residue from the steak), add the cranberry juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, shallots, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper, then a few more grinds of pepper. Simmer on medium heat, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the liquid reduces slightly and thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Strain the sauce with a fine-mesh sieve. While still warm, whisk in the butter until melted. Taste and add a squirt of agave nectar at a time to mellow the tart flavor of the cranberry juice. Serve warm.

QUICK CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Why buy a can when it's so easy to use fresh cranberries?

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bag (12 ounces) frozen cranberries
1 jar (12 ounces) red-currant jelly

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries and jelly. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst and liquid has reduced to a syrup, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving dish, and let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 g, Fiber 1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries for the best flavor. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before cooking.
  • Add a little bit of orange zest or juice to the sauce for a citrusy flavor.
  • If you like a sweeter sauce, add more sugar or honey to taste.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, cook it for a few minutes longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
  • Serve the sauce warm or cold. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This quick cranberry sauce is a delicious and easy way to dress up your holiday meals. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious cranberry sauce that will impress your family and friends.

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