Best 4 Fresh Cranberry Sauce With Orange Recipes

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Cranberry sauce is a staple side dish for many holiday meals, and it is especially popular for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. The traditional recipe for cranberry sauce is made with fresh or frozen cranberries, sugar, and water, but there are many variations on the classic. One popular variation is to add orange to the cranberry sauce. The orange adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the sauce, and it pairs well with the tartness of the cranberries. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for fresh cranberry sauce with orange, so you can find the perfect one for your next holiday meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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In about 20 minutes, with just a few ingredients, you can have the freshest cranberry orange sauce you've ever tasted. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup Triple Sec or orange juice
3 tablespoons freshly-squeezed orange juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, water, Triple Sec and orange juice. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in orange zest. Transfer to a small bowl. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

ORANGE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Cranberry orange sauce with a zing. A perfect complement to the Thanksgiving feast!

Provided by lmaniloff

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

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound fresh cranberries
2 oranges, zested and juiced
1 cup white sugar
water to cover

Steps:

  • Stir cranberries, orange zest, sugar, and enough water to cover berries together in a saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil and cook until cranberries begin to burst, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low, stir in orange juice, and simmer until flavors blend, about 1 hour. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate until a gel consistency is reached, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 3 mg, Sugar 38.7 g

CRANBERRY-ORANGE SAUCE



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Why open a can when Tyler Florence's Cranberry-Orange Sauce is so easy to make? It's a fresh take on an old classic, from Tyler's Ultimate on Food Network.

Provided by Tyler Florence

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Two 8-ounce packages cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 orange, zest cut into strips and juiced
1/2 cup sugar
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Put all the ingredients into a saucepan over medium heat and simmer until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, about 15 to 20 minutes. Serve at room temperature or cool and refrigerate. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.

FRESH CRANBERRY-ORANGE SAUCE



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Cranberry sauce is a must-have, classic holiday side dish. Sweet orange and pear are perfect partners to the tart cranberries. The orange marmalade intensifies the citrus flavor, the vanilla adds a subtle aroma, and the star anise will have people asking "what is that?"

Provided by lutzflcat

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup orange juice
½ cup cranberry juice
⅓ cup white sugar
1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 medium pear - peeled, cored, and diced
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 star anise
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons orange marmalade

Steps:

  • Combine orange juice, cranberry juice, and sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in 1/2 of the cranberries, pear, orange zest, vanilla extract, star anise, and salt, and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add the remaining cranberries and cook, stirring often, until cranberries start to burst and mixture starts to thicken, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in orange marmalade and set aside. Sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 23.8 mg, Sugar 18.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries are the best choice for this sauce, as they have a brighter flavor and more vibrant color than frozen cranberries.
  • Wash the cranberries thoroughly: Before using the cranberries, be sure to wash them thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: A heavy-bottomed saucepan will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Cook the sauce over medium heat: Cooking the sauce over medium heat will help to prevent it from boiling over and becoming too thick.
  • Stir the sauce frequently: Stirring the sauce frequently will help to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Add sugar to taste: The amount of sugar you add to the sauce will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Let the sauce cool completely: Once the sauce is cooked, let it cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.

Conclusion:

Fresh cranberry sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is a classic Thanksgiving side dish, but it can also be used to top pancakes, waffles, or ice cream. With its bright flavor and beautiful color, fresh cranberry sauce is a surefire way to impress your guests.

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