Best 3 Cranberry Congealed Salad Recipes

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The cranberry congealed salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines sweet and tart flavors to create a unique and memorable experience. It is a perfect dessert or side dish for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering, a potluck, or a special holiday celebration. The salad is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY CONGEALED SALAD



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Before you begin, gather ingredients and equipment. Measure out ingredients.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 7h5m

Yield 24 ounces; enough for 8 side servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces pecan halves
6 ounces (by weight) light agave syrup
6 ounces (by weight) honey
2 ounces 100 percent cranberry juice (see Cook's Note)
2 ounces freshly-squeezed orange juice
1/2 ounce crystalized or candied ginger, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 pound fresh or frozen whole cranberries
Whipped cream, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Toast the pecans in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Once they darken a bit and smell nutty, remove to a cutting board and chop roughly once cool.
  • Combine in the same saucepan: the light agave syrup, honey, cranberry juice, orange juice, candied ginger and five-spice powder. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the cranberries to the saucepan, boost the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring often, until the cranberries begin to burst open, and the mixture thickens. (I usually use the back of a wooden spoon to pop the berries against the side of the pan.)
  • After 15 minutes (no more or the pectin will start to break down) remove from the heat and stir in the pecans. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon the mixture into a 3 1/2-cup silicone mold of your choice, cover with plastic wrap and cool on the counter for 30 minutes. Place on a sheet pan before refrigerating for at least 6 hours. (Overnight would be better.)
  • Turn out of mold and serve as a side or top with whipped cream and serve as dessert.

FRESH CRANBERRY CONGEALED SALAD



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I love this recipe. This recipe was given to me by a sweet dear friend Olive Vaughn.

Provided by Sylvia McHaffey

Categories     Gelatin Salads

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pkg lemon jell-o
1 c fresh cranberries
1 c apples. chopped
1/2 c grapes, cut in half, seedless
1 c sugar
1 can(s) small, crushed pineapple. drain and save juice
1/2 c pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Chop cranberries in a food processor. Add sugar to cranberries and let set in refrigerator for 3-4 hours. Mix lemon Jell-O with 1-cup boiling water and 1-cup reserved pineapple juice (add water to make 1 cup). Cool and partly congeal. Mix apples, crushed pineapple, grapes and nuts; add to cranberries. Stir into parly congealed Jell-O. Pour into buttered mold and congeal.

CRANBERRY CONGEALED SALAD



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Categories     Fruit     Side     Cranberry Sauce

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 3oz. cherry gelatin
3/4c. boiling water
16oz. whole berry sauce
1 can mandarin oranges
1/2c. diced apple
1/2c. chopped pecans 2T.each mayo and sour cream

Steps:

  • combine gelatin and water stir til dissolved. add sauce stirring til blended. chill til like unbeaten egg white. fold in the rest. put into mold. cover and chill til firm. garnish with sauce

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a tart and tangy flavor that is perfect for this salad. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but make sure to thaw them before using.
  • Chop the nuts finely: Chopping the nuts finely will help them distribute evenly throughout the salad. You can use any type of nuts you like, but walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices.
  • Use a good quality mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is one of the main ingredients in this salad, so it's important to use a good quality mayonnaise. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with real eggs and oil.
  • Don't overmix the salad: Overmixing the salad can cause the cranberries to break down and the salad to become mushy. Mix the salad just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the salad before serving: Chilling the salad before serving will help the flavors to develop and the salad to set. You can chill the salad for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.

Conclusion:

Cranberry congealed salad is a classic holiday dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its tart and tangy flavor, creamy texture, and festive appearance, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

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