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Festive Cranberry–Pomegranate Relish

Festive Cranberry–Pomegranate Relish bursts with tart cranberries balanced by sweet orange and the gentle warmth of cinnamon and cloves. Juicy pomegranate arils add pops of texture that make each bite lively and bright. Serve it alongside roasted meats at holiday dinners or spoon it over desserts and sandwiches for a sparkling, fruity accent.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves24
  • DifficultyEasy
Festive Cranberry–Pomegranate Relish
  1. 1

    Combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, ground cloves, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan.

  2. 2

    Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly.

  4. 4

    Take it off the heat and let it cool.

  5. 5

    Stir the pomegranate seeds into the cranberry mixture, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

  6. 6

    Remove the cinnamon sticks before serving.