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Homemade Cranberry Sauce

This homemade cranberry sauce strikes a perfect balance of sweet and tart, making it a delightful addition to any table.
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Prep Time 9 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • ⅔ cup water
  • ⅔ cup sugar up to a cup if you want it sweet
  • 3 cups fresh cranberries
  • 2 apples peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
  • 3 mandarin oranges peeled and diced (or 1 large orange)
  • ½ tablespoon orange zest
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Bring water, sugar, cinnamon, and salt to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and aslt. Once boiling, add the remaining ingredients. Heat over high heat to a boil once again.
  • Lower to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Remove the cover and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring frequently as it thickens. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Allow to cool before refrigerating.
  • This cranberry sauce can be prepared a week in advance.
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