Best 5 Festive Holiday Cranberry Relish Recipes

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When the holiday season comes around, there are certain foods that are synonymous with the festivities. One of those foods is cranberry relish. This sweet and tart condiment is a staple at many holiday meals, and for good reason. It's easy to make, and it adds a pop of color and flavor to any dish. Whether you're looking for a classic cranberry relish recipe or something a little more unique, there's sure to be a recipe out there that will suit your needs.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY RELISH



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A wonderful compliment to the holiday dressing. I always make it several days before the big meal, so that the flavor is really full.

Provided by Reshableu

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

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large naval oranges, peeled and cut into chunks
4 large apples, cored and cut into chunks
1 (12 ounce) package frozen cranberries
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 cup white sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place the oranges in the bowl of a food processor, and pulse until chopped, 2 or 3 pulses. Remove and place the chopped oranges into a large bowl. Chop the apples in the food processor for 2 or 3 pulses, and place in the bowl. Chop the cranberries in the food processor for 2 or 3 pulses, and place in the bowl with the oranges and apples.
  • Stir the gelatin mix, sugar, and chopped pecans into the chopped fruit, and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 28.9 mg, Sugar 46.8 g

FESTIVE HOLIDAY CRANBERRY RELISH



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This festive side dish has been in our family for generations. It goes exceptionally well with ham or turkey. A great recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

Provided by Jon Pierce

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

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package frozen cranberries
2 cups white sugar
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
¼ cup water
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 pinch grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Stir cranberries, sugar, orange juice, water, lime juice, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and lime zest together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook at a simmer until cranberries pop, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer cooled sauce to serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour. Garnish with a pinch of orange zest to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 26.5 g

FESTIVE HOLIDAY SLIDERS



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Turkey sliders with ginger, horseradish and cranberry sauce refrigerate well, so I keep them ready for get-togethers when we bake gifts and wrap presents. -Pamela Miller, Big Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Creole mustard
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
4 green onions, sliced
2 packages (12 ounces each) Hawaiian sweet rolls or 24 dinner rolls, split
1-1/2 pounds thinly sliced cooked turkey

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Beat in mustard, ginger, orange zest and horseradish. In another bowl, mix cranberry sauce and green onions., Spread cream cheese mixture onto roll bottoms. Top with turkey, cranberry mixture and roll tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 221mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

FESTIVE CRANBERRY DIP



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Cranberry sauce adds festive sweet-tart flavor to this creamy fruit dip.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Thanksgiving Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese and cranberry sauce with mixer until well blended. Gently stir in COOL WHIP; cover.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 35 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 1 g

PARADE MAGAZINE'S CRANBERRY HOLIDAY RELISH



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Make and share this Parade Magazine's Cranberry Holiday Relish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bliss

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
1 large apple, peeled, cored and coarsely chopped
1 cup dried golden raisin
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or 1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients except the vinegar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and stir to combine.
  • Stirring, bring the ingredients to a boil over medium heat.
  • Lower the heat and simmer gently until relish thickens, about 5 minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the vinegar.
  • Spoon into heatproof container, cover with plastic and cool to room temperature.
  • Refrigerate.
  • Tightly covered, the relish will keep for two weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.5, Fat 0.2, Sodium 2.8, Carbohydrate 35.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 28.3, Protein 0.8

Tips:

  • Choose the best cranberries: Look for fresh, plump cranberries that are deep red in color. Avoid any that are bruised or soft.
  • Prepare your cranberries: Before using, rinse the cranberries in cold water and pick out any stems or leaves.
  • Use a sharp knife: When cutting the cranberries, use a sharp knife to avoid crushing them.
  • Don't overcook the cranberries: Cranberry relish is best when the cranberries are still slightly tart. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Add some sweetness: Cranberry relish is traditionally made with sugar, but you can also use honey, maple syrup, or another natural sweetener.
  • Add some spices: Common spices used in cranberry relish include cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. You can also add other spices, such as ginger, cardamom, or allspice.
  • Chill before serving: Cranberry relish is best served cold. Chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Cranberry relish is a classic holiday side dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its tart and tangy flavor, it pairs perfectly with roasted turkey, chicken, or ham. So next time you're looking for a festive and delicious side dish, give cranberry relish a try. You won't be disappointed!

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