Easy homemade cranberry sauce w orange zest This ultimate recipe is quick flavorful perfect for Thanksgiving Get the best cranberry sauce tech
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
Zest of 1 orange
1/4 cup orange juice (optional)
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and remove any stems or bruised berries.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, water, orange zest, orange juice (if using), and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cranberry sauce cool completely. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Transfer the cranberry sauce to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
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