Celebrate the Season with Classic Christmas Cranberry Sauce
Classic Christmas Cranberry Sauce made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries thoroughly in cold water and remove any stems or damaged berries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed cranberries, water, and sugar. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once the cranberries start to pop (about 5-10 minutes), reduce the heat to low.
- Add the orange zest, cinnamon, and salt to the simmering cranberry mixture.
- Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before transferring to a serving dish or storage container.