Best 7 Debbies Special Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce is a classic holiday dish that adds a sweet and tangy flavor to any meal. This homemade sauce is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy cooks. With its vibrant red color and delightful taste, it is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with the steps and ingredients needed to create the perfect Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

DEBBIE'S SPECIAL CRANBERRY SAUCE



Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce image

My Mom has made this recipe for Thanksgiving and other holidays for the last 20 years. Goes well with chicken, turkey, and pork.

Provided by Swest

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup pitted prunes, quartered
⅔ cup water
⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberries, prunes, water, raspberry jam, sugar, vinegar, salt, and cinnamon stick in a 3-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick and most of the cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a container with a lid; cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 147.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

VERY BERRY CRANBERRY SAUCE



Very Berry Cranberry Sauce image

Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 bags fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup whiskey
1 cup blueberries
1/2 cup raspberries

Steps:

  • Put the cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, granulated sugar and whiskey in a large saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the blueberries and raspberries and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool, then transfer to a jar and keep in the fridge until cold and thick.

UNCLE BILL'S SPECIAL CRANBERRY SAUCE



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I have been experimenting with cranberries to try and come up with a sauce that has some delightful flavors. I used various combinations of ingredients and woweee, this one so far is the best.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces fresh cranberries or 12 ounces frozen cranberries
1/2 cup frozen concentrated orange juice
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup pineapple-orange marmalade
3 inches cinnamon sticks
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons orange zest

Steps:

  • Wash the cranberries thoroughly in cold water. If using frozen cranberries, thaw first.
  • In a medium size saucepan, add cranberries, orange juice, water, sugar, orange-pineapple marmalade, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, lemon zest and orange zest.
  • Bring mixture to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes or until most of the cranberries pop, stirring occasionally.
  • When cooked, discard cinnamon stick.
  • Let cool and then store in a glass container with lid or a dish covered with plastic wrap.
  • Keep refrigerated.
  • Use as required.
  • NOTE: If desired, add 1 1/2 ounces of Light Bacardi Rum when cooking the sauce.
  • This is for ADULTS only who accept liquor.
  • This gives the cranberry sauce a whole new taste. This is YUM, YUMMY good.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.5, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.8, Carbohydrate 67, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 56, Protein 1.7

DEBBIE'S SPECIAL CRANBERRY SAUCE



Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce image

My Mom has made this recipe for Thanksgiving and other holidays for the last 20 years. Goes well with chicken, turkey, and pork.

Provided by Swest

Categories     Cranberry Sauce

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup pitted prunes, quartered
⅔ cup water
⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberries, prunes, water, raspberry jam, sugar, vinegar, salt, and cinnamon stick in a 3-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick and most of the cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a container with a lid; cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 147.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

DEBBIE'S SPECIAL CRANBERRY SAUCE



Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce image

My Mom has made this recipe for Thanksgiving and other holidays for the last 20 years. Goes well with chicken, turkey, and pork.

Provided by Swest

Categories     Cranberry Sauce

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup pitted prunes, quartered
⅔ cup water
⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberries, prunes, water, raspberry jam, sugar, vinegar, salt, and cinnamon stick in a 3-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick and most of the cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a container with a lid; cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 147.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

DEBBIE'S SPECIAL CRANBERRY SAUCE



Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce image

My Mom has made this recipe for Thanksgiving and other holidays for the last 20 years. Goes well with chicken, turkey, and pork.

Provided by Swest

Categories     Cranberry Sauce

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup pitted prunes, quartered
⅔ cup water
⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberries, prunes, water, raspberry jam, sugar, vinegar, salt, and cinnamon stick in a 3-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick and most of the cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a container with a lid; cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 147.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

DEBBIE'S SPECIAL CRANBERRY SAUCE



Debbie's Special Cranberry Sauce image

My Mom has made this recipe for Thanksgiving and other holidays for the last 20 years. Goes well with chicken, turkey, and pork.

Provided by Swest

Categories     Cranberry Sauce

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup pitted prunes, quartered
⅔ cup water
⅓ cup seedless raspberry jam
¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Combine the cranberries, prunes, water, raspberry jam, sugar, vinegar, salt, and cinnamon stick in a 3-quart saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick and most of the cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer to a container with a lid; cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 147.8 mg, Sugar 25.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries. Fresh cranberries are tarter and have a more intense flavor than frozen or canned cranberries. They also hold their shape better when cooked.
  • Don't overcook the sauce. Cranberry sauce only needs to be cooked for a few minutes until the cranberries have softened and burst. Overcooking the sauce will make it too thick and mushy.
  • Sweeten the sauce to taste. The amount of sugar you add to the sauce will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount of sugar and add more to taste.
  • Add spices to taste. Common spices used in cranberry sauce include cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. You can also add other spices, such as ginger, allspice, or cardamom.
  • Let the sauce cool before serving. Cranberry sauce is best served cold or at room temperature. Let the sauce cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is a traditional side dish for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner, but it can also be used to add flavor to other dishes, such as chicken, turkey, pork, and fish. Cranberry sauce is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium.

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