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Homemade cranberry sauce

Homemade cranberry sauce takes only 15 minutes, a few ingredients and never tastes like the can!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 344kcal
Author Rachel Ballard

Ingredients

  • 1 12-ounce package of fresh cranberries checked for stems and any squishy ones removed
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 slice orange with the rind and all about 1/2 inch thick

Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients in a medium sauce pan and place over medium high heat.
  • Stir well, and bring to a boil
  • Reduce heat to medium low and boil until thickened; about 15 minutes.
  • Remove the orange slice.
  • Skim any foam from the sauce once it cools.
  • Chill or serve warm.
  • May be made up to 5 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcal