Best 3 Piquant Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Are you looking to add some tangy, fruity flavor to your next Thanksgiving meal? Look no further than piquant cranberry sauce. This classic condiment is a delicious and easy-to-make addition to your holiday table. With its sweet and spicy flavor, piquant cranberry sauce is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PIQUANT CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Mustard     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cranberry     Fall     Thyme     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Fat Free     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup (packed) dark brown sugar
1 12-ounce package cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup water and brown sugar in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add cranberries. Simmer until berries burst, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in thyme, mustard and salt. Cool completely. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

PICANTE CRANBERRY MEATBALLS



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These zippy ground beef meatballs are my favorites, and the recipe is so easy. Cranberry, chili and picante sauce sound like an unusual combination, but the flavors blend deliciously. Our nine grandchildren request these meatballs often.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup ketchup
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup crushed saltines (about 30 crackers)
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
SAUCE:
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup picante sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Hot cooked noodles, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, ketchup, parsley, soy sauce, onion, garlic powder and pepper. Add cracker crumbs. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , In a skillet, brown meatballs over medium heat. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , In a large saucepan, combine the cranberry sauce, chili sauce, picante sauce, brown sugar and lemon juice. Cook and stir until cranberry sauce is melted and mixture is heated through. Pour over meatballs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Serve with noodles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

PIQUANT COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Piquant Cocktail Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Meatballs

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 cup corn flake crumbs
1/3 cup parsley
2 eggs
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons onions, minced
1 (1 lb) can jellied cranberry sauce
12 ounces chili sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a large bowl combine, beef, cornflake crumbs, parsley, eggs, soy sauce, pepper, garlic powder, ketchup, and minced onion.
  • Blend well.
  • Form mixture into meatballs.
  • Arrange on a 15 x 10 pan.
  • In a medium saucepan combine cranberry sauce, chili sauce, brown sugar, and lemon juice.
  • Cook over medium head stirring constantly until mixture is smooth and cranberry sauce is melted.
  • Pour over meatballs.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they should be thawed before cooking.
  • If you don't have any orange juice, you can use water instead. However, the orange juice adds a nice sweetness and flavor to the sauce.
  • You can add other spices to the sauce, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or allspice.
  • If you want a smoother sauce, you can strain it through a fine-mesh sieve after cooking.
  • Cranberry sauce can be served warm or cold. It is a great addition to turkey, chicken, or ham.

Conclusion:

Piquant cranberry sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make condiment that can be enjoyed with a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add a touch of sweetness and tartness to your holiday meals.

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