Cranberry Conserve

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, chunky fruit preserve bursting with tart cranberries, sweet oranges, and crisp apples.
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This Cranberry Conserve is a delightful twist on traditional preserves, combining the tart punch of fresh cranberries with the bright sweetness of oranges and the subtle crunch of apples. The addition of chopped nuts adds a lovely textural contrast, making it perfect for spreading on toast, serving alongside cheeses, or using as a festive glaze for roasted meats. It’s an ideal holiday condiment that brings a burst of color and flavor to the table. Easy to prepare and jar, this conserve captures the essence of the season in every spoonful, offering a homemade touch that elevates any meal.

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Cranberry Conserve

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 532.5

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This Cranberry Conserve is a delightful twist on traditional preserves, combining the tart punch of fresh cranberries with the bright sweetness of oranges and the subtle crunch of apples. The addition of chopped nuts adds a lovely textural contrast, making it perfect for spreading on toast, serving alongside cheeses, or using as a festive glaze for roasted meats. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal holiday condiment that brings a burst of color and flavor to the table. Easy to prepare and jar, this conserve captures the essence of the season in every spoonful, offering a homemade touch that elevates any meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and remove any stems or broken berries.
  2. Peel and chop the oranges, removing any white pith, and chop the cored apples into small, uniform pieces.
  3. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, combine the water and brown sugar (if using, though not listed in ingredients, implied by original text) and heat over medium-high heat until boiling.
  4. Add the fresh cranberries, chopped apples, chopped oranges, and grated orange peel to the boiling water mixture.
  5. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a steady simmer.
  6. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency.
  7. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped nuts gently.
  8. Ladle the hot conserve into sterilized jars or freezer containers, leaving a small amount of headspace.
  9. Seal the jars tightly and let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating or freezing for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 532.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 79.7mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 137.5g46%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Sugars 132.3g
Protein 1.1g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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