With its brilliant shade of red, tart yet sweet flavor, and abundance of vitamins, it’s easy to understand why cranberry sauce is a holiday dinner staple. Usually prepared as just a sauce on its own, cranberries can actually be made into a delicious relish that adds a unique texture and pop of color to favorite holiday dishes. Prepared fresh with crisp pears, tangy cranberries, and an array of warm spices, homemade pear cranberry relish comes together in minutes using just a few simple ingredients and no cooking! An easy, healthy, and culinary-pleasing relish that is certain to impress any holiday guest.
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CRANBERRY PEAR RELISH
Tart and tempting, this relish is a traditional part of Kathie Theis' holiday menu. "It's pleasant with both poultry and pork," she notes from Monticello, Minnesota. "My husband, children and grandkids like the pairing of fall fruits and the hint of ginger and cinnamon. It tastes just like autumn."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Squeeze juice from the orange; add enough water to measure 1/2 cup. Pour into a saucepan; add the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes or until the cranberries pop and mixture is thickened. Cool. Cover and store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRANBERRY, PEAR, AND GINGER RELISH
Make and share this Cranberry, Pear, and Ginger Relish recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Chill.
GINGERED CRANBERRY-PEAR RELISH
I made this for Christmas dinner and it quickly became a favorite. It has a nice balance of sweet and tart. -Wendy Stenman
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 25m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts :
CRANBERRY PEAR RELISH
Steps:
- 1) Combine sugar with water and lemon juice. Bring to a boil until the sugar is dissolved, then simmer for 5 minutes. 2) Add pears, peeled, cored and chopped coarsely. Return the mix to a boil and simmer again for 5 minutest. 3) Add cranberries; boil until the berries "pop", approximately 10 minutes. Remove the pot from heat. 4) Add lemon rind, cinnamon & allspice. 5) Let relish come to room temperature. Then refrigerate. Relish keeps for about a week.
CRANBERRY-PEAR RELISH
Categories Berry Side Christmas Thanksgiving Quick & Easy Cranberry Sauce
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 2-quart saucepan bring sugar and water to boiling, stirring to dissolve sugar. Boil rapidly,uncovered for 5 minutes. Add cranberries, pears, nutmeg, allspice and cinnamon. Return to boiling. Cook 3-4 minutes or till cranbery skins pop, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Cover and chill. Remove cinnamon before serving. Makes about 3 1/4 cups.
CRANBERRY PEAR RELISH
Here is one that I actually have to make 6 quarts of and send it to several houses on thanksgiving but this can be eaten with any roasted baked chicken or turkey dish. it's just not for holidays, I can hear whining from states away if I don't make it, so don't open that can of cranberry sauce this is way to easy people that...
Provided by JM Avallone
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. when choosing pears either anjou or bosc will do anjou pears are juicier. you will need to core, peel and cut them into 1/3 inch dice
- 2. Combine all ingredients in a heavy saucepan and stir well. Place pan over medium heat and boil until berries pop open Skim the foam off the surface with a metal spoon and let the relish cool to room temperature. Refrigerate, covered, for up to 2 months. Makes 10 servings.
- 3. Tips: I still have some left in my fridg now its been 3 months and it is still good. I have also added apples to the mixture, I do normally just buy enough oranges to get the required zest you need it might take like 4 depending on the size make sure the oranges skins are not anything less then perfect as you will be eating this and really give them a good scrub with soap & rinse, then I add a box oj to make up the difference, as long as your pan is large enough you can double tripple this I promise you your cranberry jelly haters will love this dish, update lately I have been adding a lot less sugar for obvious reasons and it was well received.
PEAR CRANBERRY RELISH
I created this recipe quite by accident one day when I had leftover pears and cranberries. It's now a traditional dish on out Thanksgiving and Christmas tables.-Ann Rayas, Greenville, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, simmer cranberries in water for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Add pears, orange juice and zest; simmer 15 minutes or until tender. Cool 15 minutes. Sprinkle with sweetener; stir well. Chill for 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips for Making the Best Pear Cranberry Relish
- Use fresh, ripe pears and cranberries. This will give your relish the best flavor.
- Chop the pears and cranberries into small pieces. This will help them to cook evenly and distribute their flavor throughout the relish.
- Use a variety of spices. This will give your relish a complex and interesting flavor. Some good spices to use include cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.
- Cook the relish over low heat. This will help to prevent the pears and cranberries from becoming mushy.
- Let the relish cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion
Pear cranberry relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is perfect for serving with roasted meats, poultry, or fish. It can also be used as a topping for pancakes, waffles, or yogurt. No matter how you choose to serve it, pear cranberry relish is sure to be a hit!
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