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Canned Cranberry Sauce

Canned Cranberry Sauce

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Elevate your holiday meals with this homemade chunky cranberry sauce, featuring the delightful crunch of pecans. This quick and simple recipe combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a hint of sweetness from sugar and orange zest, creating a vibrant, flavorful side that perfectly complements turkey, ham, or even a cheese platter. With just a 20-minute commitment, you can prepare a rich sauce full of whole and burst cranberries, ready to impress your guests. Enjoy the comforting flavors of the season with this easy-to-make dish that captures the essence of Thanksgiving in every spoonful.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, water, and orange zest.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce to medium-low and simmer.
  3. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.
  5. Allow to cool completely before serving; sauce will thicken as it cools.
  • Author: Tisha
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 60g
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg