Jazz Up the Cranberry Sauce

Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant recipe for "Jazz Up the Cranberry Sauce"! Featuring fresh cranberries simmered with freshly squeezed orange juice, a duo of granulated and brown sugars, and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this homemade cranberry sauce is bursting with bold flavor and festive flair. The addition of orange zest and a touch of vanilla extract takes it to the next level, while optional mix-ins like chopped pecans or dried cranberries offer delightful texture and richness. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a show-stopping side dish that's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion in need of a sweet-tangy twist. Serve it fresh and watch as this upgraded cranberry sauce steals the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup light brown sugar
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
• 0.25 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and sort through the cranberries, discarding any that are bruised or damaged.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 3

Add the fresh cranberries, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will burst and the sauce will thicken.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If desired, mix in the chopped pecans and dried cranberries or raisins for additional texture and flavor.

Step 6

Transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish and let it cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.

Step 7

Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to a week. Let it come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	867.8 grams (867.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1317

Total Fat 21.20g	27%
Saturated Fat 1.90g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 27mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 295.90g	108%
Dietary Fiber 19.90g	71%
Total Sugars 255.60g
Protein 5.60g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 760mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.7%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 84.7%