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Cranberry Sauce with Jalapeño and Sherry

Cranberry Sauce with Jalapeño and Sherry balances tart berries with gentle chile warmth and a touch of aromatic sherry. Bright lemon lifts the flavors, creating a glossy, sweet-tangy condiment that pairs beautifully with roast turkey, ham, and rich mains, and is just as good layered into leftover sandwiches or spooned over creamy desserts.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Cranberry Sauce with Jalapeño and Sherry
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the cranberries, jalapeño peppers, and lemon juice; bring back to a boil.

  4. 4

    Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have broken down and the sauce has thickened, 10 to 25 minutes. Stir in the sherry.

  5. 5

    Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. Serve, or transfer to a glass container, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.