Best 3 Cranberry Walnut Conserve Recipes

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Cranberry walnut conserve is a delectable and versatile fruit spread that combines the tartness of cranberries with the nutty flavor of walnuts. This vibrant condiment can be enjoyed on toast, scones, or crackers, or used as a filling for pies, tarts, and other desserts. With its festive red color and unique flavor profile, cranberry walnut conserve is a perfect addition to holiday meals or as a hostess gift. In this article, we will explore the best recipes for making cranberry walnut conserve, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a delicious and successful outcome.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY, APPLE, AND WALNUT CONSERVE



Cranberry, Apple, and Walnut Conserve image

Adding the cranberries in three stages, along with crumbled nuts, results in a wonderful conserve with layers of texture and flavor. The turbinado sugar imparts subtle caramel undertones.

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Fruit     Nut     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Apple     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups water
3 cups turbinado sugar such as Sugar in the Raw
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3 (12-oz) bags fresh cranberries (2 1/4 lb; about 11 cups)
3 Gala or Pink Lady apples
2 cups walnuts (6 oz), toasted, cooled, and broken into small pieces
2 tablespoons Calvados or brandy

Steps:

  • Simmer water, sugar, cinnamon stick, allspice, and half of cranberries (about 5 1/2 cups) in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries just start to pop, about 5 minutes. Add half of remaining cranberries (about 3 cups) and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, peel and core apples, then cut into 1/4-inch dice. Add to cranberry mixture along with walnuts and remaining cranberries, then simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in Calvados and simmer 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool to warm or room temperature. Discard cinnamon stick.

BAKED BRIE WITH PEAR, CRANBERRY & WALNUT CONSERVE RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Baked Brie with Pear, Cranberry & Walnut Conserve Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by sesimneal

Number Of Ingredients 12

BRIE:
1 *1 Wheel (2-pound) firm Brie (rind intact)
*chilled 2 pk (17 1/4-ounce) frozen *puff pastry sheets (4 pastry -sheets)
*thawed 1 lg egg, beaten lightly
CONSERVE:
2 *2T unsalted butter
4 *4 bartlet or bosc pears (peeled, cored and diced)
2 *2T brown sugar
*¼ cup dried cranberries
*¼ cup chopped walnuts
*¼ t allspice
*¼ t nutmeg

Steps:

  • To make the conserve: 1. Heat the butter in a heavy pan over medium heat until it begins to foam 2. Add the pears and cook stirring for 2 - 3 minutes, until the pear is tender 3. Stir in the brown sugar, dried cranberries, walnuts and spices 4. Continue cooking for 10 minutes, then set aside and cool to room temperature To make the brie: 1. Put Brie on a work surface and with a 2-inch round cutter cut out 10 rounds 2. On a lightly floured surface unfold 1 pastry sheet (do not roll out pastry) and with a 2 1/4-inch round cutter cut out 10 rounds 3. Unfold remaining 3 pastry sheets and with a 5-inch round cutter cut out 10 rounds 4. On cleaned work surface arrange 1 large pastry round and brush top with some egg. Center 1 cheese round on pastry and wrap pastry up over cheese to form a 3/4-inch border on top of cheese. Brush border with some remaining egg and top with 1 small pastry round, pressing edges of dough together gently but firmly to seal. Brush round with some remaining egg and chill on a baking sheet. Make more wrapped Brie with remaining pastry and cheese rounds in same manner. Chill each wrapped Brie, uncovered, at least 30 minutes 5. Preheat oven to 425 F. and lightly grease a baking sheet. 6. Bake Brie on baking sheet in middle of oven 15 minutes, or until puffed and golden. 7. Cool Brie on baking sheet on a rack about 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm * Chef Phil likes to serve the brie on a bed of frisèe with a spoonful of the conserve. The bitter frisèe provides a nice contrast of flavors with the creamy and buttery brie. The conserve can be made ahead, cooled and refrigerated up to a week. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.

CRANBERRY-WALNUT CONSERVE



CRANBERRY-WALNUT CONSERVE image

Categories     Sauce     Fruit

Yield Yields about 4 pints

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts cranberries
2 cups water
1 quart diced peeled and cored green apples
2 large oranges, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 1/2 cups yellow raisins
2 1/2 cups brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 cups chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Put cranberries and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 5 minutes, or until the berries pop. Add the apples, oranges, raisins, sugar and zest. Cook, uncovered, over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, stir in the walnuts and pour into sterilized jars. Cover tightly and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate or freeze. PER 1/4 CUP: 140 calories, 1 protein, 27 g carbohydrate, 4 fat, saturated fat 0, 0 cholesterol, 8 sodium, 2 fiber.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
  • Add a little bit of orange zest or lemon zest to the conserve for a brighter flavor.
  • If you like your conserve more tart, add less sugar.
  • Sterilize your jars and lids before filling them with the conserve.
  • Process the jars in a boiling water bath for at least 10 minutes to seal them properly.

Conclusion:

Cranberry walnut conserve is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many ways. It's perfect for spreading on toast, English muffins, or scones. It can also be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and other baked goods. And it's a great addition to cheeseboards and charcuterie plates. So next time you're looking for a homemade gift or a special treat for yourself, give cranberry walnut conserve a try.

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