Beef Free Fresh Orange Cranberry Sauce
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this cranberry sauce is the kind of condiment that steals the show at any table. Fresh orange juice and a generous hit of zest give it a citrusy lift that makes the whole thing taste alive, while a whisper of cinnamon adds a warm, spiced undertone that ties everything together beautifully. The cranberries do most of the work themselves — as they burst and break down over medium heat, they release natural pectin that thickens the sauce into a glossy, spoonable consistency without any fuss. This is a naturally plant-based recipe built entirely from fruit, sugar, and spice, so there's zero concern about animal-derived ingredients sneaking in. It comes together in one saucepan and actually improves as it sits, making it an ideal make-ahead addition to your spread. Whether you're spooning it over a holiday roast, swirling it into yogurt, or spreading it on a leftover sandwich, this sauce punches well above its weight.
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8 servings
- 1 bag (12 oz) fresh or frozen cranberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 large orange)
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes, until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
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