Brazil Nut Free Fresh Orange Cranberry Sauce
Tart cranberries and bright citrus come together in a sauce that somehow manages to feel both festive and effortless. The fresh orange juice and zest give it a natural sweetness that balances the cranberries beautifully, and a whisper of cinnamon adds just enough warmth to make it feel special. One of the best things about making this from scratch is knowing exactly what's in it — no mystery additives, no shared-facility concerns, just clean, simple ingredients you can trust. The cranberries burst and thicken right in the pan, so the whole process is almost meditative to watch. It's the kind of sauce that makes store-bought versions feel completely unnecessary once you've tried it. Equally at home spooned over a holiday roast or dolloped onto a leftover turkey sandwich the next day, this one earns its place on the table every single time.
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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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