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A vibrant red bowl of homemade cranberry sauce, ready for serving.

Quick way to grow your Cranberry Sauce

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to make cranberry sauce, perfect for any meal or holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water or orange juice

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine cranberries, sugar, and water or orange juice in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely; the sauce will thicken further as it cools.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest during cooking. This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.