Cranberry Sauce

Flavored with orange juice and orange zest, this cranberry sauce is a must on your holiday table.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup maple syrup (or other sweetener), 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup orange juice, 1 tsp orange zest and 1 cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve honey.

Step 2

Add 12 oz cranberries and bring to a boil. Once boiling, adjust heat to keep at a low boil and cook 10 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally. Cranberries will burst and sauce will begin to thicken. A minute or so before turning off the heat, taste for sweetness and add more honey to taste for a sweeter sauce. Keep in mind the sauce will thicken when it cools.

Step 3

Remove from heat, discard cinnamon stick, transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Step 4

Make-Ahead/Freezing Instructions: Cranberry sauce will keep for 10 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen for up to two months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.