Description
Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce is the perfect blend of tangy and sweet flavors that will elevate your holiday feast. The vibrant ruby-red sauce, studded with zesty orange and crunchy walnuts, is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with turkey, ham, or as a delightful spread on sandwiches. Best of all, this recipe is quick to prepare, allowing you to focus on other Thanksgiving tasks while impressing your guests with homemade goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or bruised berries.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rinsed cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until cranberries begin to pop (about 10-15 minutes).
- Cook until the sauce thickens slightly and cranberries break down.
- Remove from heat and cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg