Best 7 Pear Cranberry Relish Recipes

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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.

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

CRANBERRY PEAR RELISH



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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

1 medium navel orange
4 medium pears, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

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



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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

3 cups fresh cranberries
2 cups finely chopped, peeled Anjou pears (, , about 3 pears)
1 1/3 cups orange juice
1 1/4 cups dried cranberries
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons dried currants or 3 tablespoons raisins
3 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

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



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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

3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
2 cups peeled and chopped pears (about 2 medium pears)
1-1/3 cups orange juice
1-1/4 cups dried cranberries
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons dried currants or raisins
3 tablespoons minced crystallized ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

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



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit     Side     Thanksgiving     Pear

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 c. sugar
1 c. water
1/4 c. lemon juice
1 1/2 lbs. pears
3 c. cranberries
1 1/2 tsp minced lemon rind
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. allspice

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



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Categories     Berry     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Cranberry Sauce

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 12-oz. package cranberries (3 cups)
2 medium pears, cored and cubed (2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
4 inches stick cinnamon

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



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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

4 c cranberries ( about 1 pound) picked over
2 c white sugar
1 c fresh orange juice or your favorit carton brand
1 Tbsp finely grated orange zest
2 slightly under-ripe pears

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



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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

3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup water
5 large pears (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
1 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 packets artificial sweetener (equal to 4 teaspoons sugar)

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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