Delicious and Easy Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Sauce Pan
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (12-ounce package)
- 1 cup sugar I use 1/2 cup white sugar and 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 cup water if using frozen, reduce the water to about 3/4 cup
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan and stir to combine.
- Heat over medium-high heat until the mixture reaches a simmer. Reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened. (Keep in mind that it will also thicken a bit more as it cools.)
- If you're adding mix-ins, add them now.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let cool completely at room temperature, then transfer to a bowl to chill in the refrigerator.
Notes
Mix-In Ideas:
There are quite a few ways you can customize your cranberry sauce.- Add some holiday spice: add in a pinch of either ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, or any other warm holiday spice that you like. Start with a pinch and add more to your taste.
- Add in fruit: add fruit like berries, chopped apples, plums, grapes, raisins, or currants.
How to Store:
To store cranberry sauce, transfer it to a sealed container and either:- Refrigerate it for up to 3 days.
- Freeze it for up to 3 months.
