Description
A simple recipe for fresh, homemade cranberry sauce.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
Instructions
- Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
- Stir in orange zest and juice.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Notes
- For a smoother sauce, you can mash some of the cranberries with a fork while simmering.
- Adjust sugar to your preference.
- This sauce can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American