Yield: 8
Easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce
This colorful traditional holiday side dish is quick to make with only a few simple ingredients.
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 12-ounces fresh cranberries (frozen may be substituted)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Bring sugar, water and orange juice to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Add cranberries and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer and cook stirring occasionally for about 10-15 minutes, until sauce thickens.*
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Makes about 2 1/4 cups.
This homemade Cranberry Sauce can be made up to 7 days ahead of time and kept refrigerated in an airtight container until ready to serve.
*If a smoother consistency is desired, use a potato masher or a heavy flat-bottomed glass to mash the sauce to preference.