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Cranberry Recipe

A delightful cranberry sauce that adds a sweet yet tart flavor to any dish, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by rinsing the cranberries under cold water.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, and water.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir the mixture occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. After 10 minutes, add the vanilla extract and cinnamon, if using.
  7. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cranberry sauce cool.
  8. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or store it in an airtight container.

Notes

Serve warm or chilled. For a smoother sauce, blend the cooled mixture with an immersion blender.