Cranberry Orange Sauce

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A vibrant, tart-sweet condiment perfect for holiday roasts and Thanksgiving dinners
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This classic Cranberry Orange Sauce offers a brilliant balance of tartness and sweetness, making it an ideal companion for roasted turkey, pork, or chicken. The deep ruby color of the berries contrasts beautifully with the bright citrus notes of the orange juice, creating a sauce that is both visually stunning and deliciously complex. Simple to prepare with just two main ingredients, it requires minimal effort for maximum flavor impact. Whether served warm or chilled, this versatile sauce adds a fresh, festive touch to any meal. It’s a reliable favorite that brings a touch of elegance to your table without complicating your cooking routine.

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Cranberry Orange Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 2907.0

Description

This classic Cranberry Orange Sauce offers a brilliant balance of tartness and sweetness, making it an ideal companion for roasted turkey, pork, or chicken. The deep ruby color of the berries contrasts beautifully with the bright citrus notes of the orange juice, creating a sauce that is both visually stunning and deliciously complex. Simple to prepare with just two main ingredients, it requires minimal effort for maximum flavor impact. Whether served warm or chilled, this versatile sauce adds a fresh, festive touch to any meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs a reliable favorite that brings a touch of elegance to your table without complicating your cooking routine.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and discard any soft or bruised berries.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed cranberries and the orange juice.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently, stirring occasionally.
  5. Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the majority of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
  7. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2907.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.6g11%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 48.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 753.0g251%
Dietary Fiber 31.2g125%
Sugars 691.2g
Protein 8.4g17%

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

Keywords: cranberry, orange, sauce, thanksgiving, christmas, holiday, side dish, condiment, vegan, gluten free, tart, sweet, fruit, easy, quick, roast, turkey, pork
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