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Cranberry-Orange Holiday Sauce

Cranberry-Orange Holiday Sauce balances tart cranberries with fragrant orange zest and fresh juice for a bright, citrus-kissed bite. It sets up with a glossy finish and a pleasing tang, perfect alongside roasted turkey, ham, or a festive vegetarian centerpiece. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for holiday dinners or make-ahead gatherings.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook1 hr 10 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Cranberry-Orange Holiday Sauce
  1. 1

    Zest the oranges and squeeze out the juice; set the juice aside.

  2. 2

    Put the cranberries, sugar, and orange zest in a saucepan and stir to mix. Add enough water to cover and bring to a boil. Cook until the cranberries start to burst, 5 to 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Lower the heat to low, stir in the orange juice, and simmer until the flavors meld, about 1 hour.

  4. 4

    Take off the heat and let cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes. Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour.