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Cranberry Orange Sauce

Homemade Cranberry Orange Sauce is classic with fresh, tart cranberries, orange zest and juice, and just a hint of brown sugar for sweetness.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Homemade Sauces, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 63kcal
Author: Sarah Baumeister

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2-4 tbs. brown sugar
  • 1 navel orange juice and zest

Instructions

  • Zest and juice one orange, add to small saucepan along with the cranberries.
  • Turn heat on low and cook until cranberries begin to burst and pop. You can leave chunky or mash it to be smoother.
  • Stir in brown sugar to taste. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Simmer the sauce on low to avoid burning and make sure to stir it often. This is not a dish you will be able to leave the kitchen for long.
  • Add a bit of water, cranberry juice, or extra orange juice if the sauce is too thick.
  • The cranberries should start to fall apart the longer you cook them. You can stir them to reach your desired consistency or use a fork or even an immersion blender for a smoother sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Sodium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g