Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Classic Cranberry Sauce
- Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a simmer, then cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool before serving. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.
Spiced Cranberry Sauce
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon stick, and whole cloves.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and cloves before serving. Allow the sauce to cool completely.
Orange-Ginger Cranberry Sauce
- Combine cranberries, maple syrup, orange zest, grated fresh ginger, and water in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool before serving. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
For a smoother sauce, you can use an immersion blender or mash the cranberries with a fork after cooking. Adjust sweetness to your preference in all recipes. These sauces can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.