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Homemade Cranberry Sauce in a black oval bowl, with the ingredients to make the sauce scattered around the scene.

Recipe for Cranberry Sauce

This Homemade Cranberry Sauce is for those who like burst, whole berries and a sweet-but-not-too-sweet and still tangy flavor. A touch of orange zest and cinnamon makes it a cut above the rest.
5 from 1 rating

Ingredients

  • 1 Gala apple peeled, cored and diced
  • Zest of ½ orange
  • 1 bag fresh cranberries (12 ounces)
  • ½ cup apple cider or hard cider
  • cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch kosher salt

Instructions

  • In medium saucepan, stir together all ingredients. Heat to simmering over medium heat.
  • Cook 12 to 14 minutes or until cranberries begin to burst, stirring occasionally. Transfer to airtight container and refrigerate a few hours until fully chilled, then cover with lid and keep in refrigerator up to 1 week before serving.
Calories: 71kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 0.3g, Fat: 0.1g, Saturated Fat: 0.01g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 74mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 14g, Vitamin A: 39IU, Vitamin C: 7mg, Calcium: 7mg, Iron: 0.2mg
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