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Bright Make-Ahead Cranberry Ginger Orange Sauce

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This bright, make-ahead cranberry sauce combines fresh ginger and orange for a bold, balanced flavor. It comes together in under 30 minutes and can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks, making it the perfect stress-free holiday side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 2-inch piece (about 20 g) fresh ginger, peeled and grated
  • 1 large navel orange (zest and juice, about 1 tbsp zest and 1/4 cup juice)
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse cranberries and pick out any soft or shriveled ones. Peel and grate the ginger (about 1 tbsp). Wash and zest the orange (about 1 tbsp zest), then juice it (about 1/4 cup juice).
  2. In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine cranberries, grated ginger, orange zest, orange juice, sugar, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
  3. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Listen for the cranberries popping.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and let it gently simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most cranberries have burst and the sauce thickens (it will coat the back of a spoon).
  5. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. If using vanilla extract, stir it in now.
  6. Pour the warm sauce into a clean glass jar or airtight container. Let cool completely to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.

Notes

The sauce will thicken as it cools. For best texture, make at least 4 hours ahead or overnight. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. If sauce is too runny after chilling, return to pan and simmer 5-10 minutes more.

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Keywords: cranberry sauce, ginger, orange, make-ahead, holiday, Thanksgiving, easy, quick

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