Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

Serving Size : 6

• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons orange juice – freshly squeezed
• 2 cups cranberries – fresh
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg – freshly grated
• 2 teaspoons orange zest

Method

1. Mix together the orange juice and cornstarch in a small bowl and set aside.
2. In a saucepan add the berries, water, sugar, spices, and orange zest.
3. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the cranberries are tender.
4. Return the mixture to a boil and add the orange juice and cornstarch slurry.
5. Stir well while simmering for another 3 minutes or so.
6. This sauce is good warm or cold and can go in any number of directions from this point.
7. Add a bit of fresh thyme and black pepper for a more savory version.
8. For a dessert sauce, add other fruits, such as pears, or walnuts for crunch.
9. Yield: 3 cups

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