Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Easy to make Homemade Cranberry Sauce, made with whole fresh cranberries and just a few pantry staples. The fresh and full flavor guarantees you'll never buy cranberry sauce in a can again!
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 12 oz bag fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp light brown sugar
- dash salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- zest of one lemon
Combine sugar and water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
Add Cranberries, brown sugar, orange juice, lemon juice, salt, cinnamon and lemon zest.
Bring to a low boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Continue cooking for approx. 10 minutes, or until the majority of the cranberries have popped. Stirring frequently.
Let cool for 20 minutes + store in airtight container, I like to use these mason jars. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Can serve hot or cold.
Keyword cranberry sauce, easy dishes, easy sides, sauces, side dishes, thanksgiving