Description
Zesty Cranberry Orange Delight is a vibrant and tangy homemade cranberry sauce that combines fresh cranberries with natural honey and fresh orange juice and zest. This quick and easy recipe simmers the ingredients into a thick, flavorful sauce perfect for holiday meals or as a delicious accompaniment to roasted dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
- Zest of 1 orange
- Juice of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, honey, water, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon stick, and salt to prepare the base of the sauce.
- Bring to Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even heating.
- Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens to a rich, jam-like consistency.
- Cool Down: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool. It will thicken further during this resting period.
- Remove Cinnamon Stick: Discard the cinnamon stick after cooling, then transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish or airtight container for storage.
- Serve: Enjoy the sauce chilled or at room temperature as a zesty complement to your favorite holiday dishes or roasted meals.
Notes
- For a less sweet sauce, reduce the honey to 1/3 cup or adjust to taste.
- Use fresh cranberries for the best texture; frozen can be used but may alter consistency slightly.
- To enhance the orange flavor, finely grate a little more zest or add a splash of orange liqueur if desired.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- This sauce can also be served warm if preferred.
