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Traditional Cranberry Sauce

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Traditional Cranberry Sauce

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 14

Total Time 19

Ingredients

3/4 cup Sugar
1/2 cup Orange Juice
1/2 cup Water
12 oz Fresh Cranberries
Pinch of Salt
1 Cinnamon Stick
1 Piece of Orange Peel

Instructions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, orange juice, and water. Stir the mixture to combine.
Add the fresh cranberries, salt, cinnamon stick, and orange peel to the saucepan.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
Continue cooking for about 10 minutes or until all or most of the cranberries have popped. It’s nice to leave a handful of berries whole for texture.
Allow the cranberry sauce to cool for at least 30 minutes. Then, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
This cranberry sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance, making it a convenient and flavorful addition to your holiday meal. Enjoy!

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