Fresh Cranberry Sauce

Fresh Cranberry Sauce

A traditional holiday cranberry sauce with a fresh twist of orange. The natural sweetness of the cranberries is complemented by the citrus fruits, resulting in a well-balanced sauce. The tartness of the cranberries is mellowed by the citrus, creating a sauce that is not overly sweet. This fresh citrus cranberry sauce is a delightful and flavorful alternative to the classic cranberry sauce. It adds a zesty twist to your holiday meal and is sure to impress your guests.

Yield

6 people

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 1 cup sugar
• ¾ cup fresh squeezed orange juice, (roughly 2 oranges)
• 1 tsp grated orange peel
• 1 medium peeled orange, (cut into tidbits)
• ¾ cup toasted walnuts, (or untoasted black walnuts)

Method

1. Cook cranberries, orange juice, orange peel and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat and brought to a boil stirring until sugar dissolves, cranberries are tender and mixture thickened, 10-12 minutes.
2. Transfer to a bowl and add in orange tidbits and walnuts.
3. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving, but can be made up to a week in advance.
4. To create more chutney flavors, you can add cinnamon, fresh grated, ginger, ground cloves or raisons to taste.