CRANBERRY CONGEALED SALAD

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Before you begin, gather ingredients and equipment. Measure out ingredients.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 7h5m

Yield 24 ounces; enough for 8 side servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ounces pecan halves
6 ounces (by weight) light agave syrup
6 ounces (by weight) honey
2 ounces 100 percent cranberry juice (see Cook's Note)
2 ounces freshly-squeezed orange juice
1/2 ounce crystalized or candied ginger, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 pound fresh or frozen whole cranberries
Whipped cream, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Toast the pecans in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Once they darken a bit and smell nutty, remove to a cutting board and chop roughly once cool.
  • Combine in the same saucepan: the light agave syrup, honey, cranberry juice, orange juice, candied ginger and five-spice powder. Bring this mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the cranberries to the saucepan, boost the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring often, until the cranberries begin to burst open, and the mixture thickens. (I usually use the back of a wooden spoon to pop the berries against the side of the pan.)
  • After 15 minutes (no more or the pectin will start to break down) remove from the heat and stir in the pecans. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
  • Spoon the mixture into a 3 1/2-cup silicone mold of your choice, cover with plastic wrap and cool on the counter for 30 minutes. Place on a sheet pan before refrigerating for at least 6 hours. (Overnight would be better.)
  • Turn out of mold and serve as a side or top with whipped cream and serve as dessert.

Assayer Leroy
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This salad is a great way to end a holiday meal. It's light and refreshing, and it helps to cleanse the palate.


Dj djc0807
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I love how festive this salad looks. It's the perfect centerpiece for a holiday table.


Hiwa Qrmu
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's packed with cranberries, oranges, and pineapple.


Star Biachi
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cranberries.


not kaelo
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I love the tangy flavor of the cranberries in this salad. It's a great way to add some brightness to a holiday meal.


Abbas arbab ali
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. It's a delicious and festive dish that's perfect for the holidays.


Addie Williams
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I love how versatile this salad is. I can add different fruits and nuts to change up the flavor.


peghaam_e_islam official
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This salad is the perfect make-ahead dish. It's always a hit at parties and potlucks.


Wayne Fitzwater
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Mary Harris
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I love the crunch of the walnuts in this salad. It adds a nice texture.


Marc Harbs20
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This salad is so refreshing and delicious. It's the perfect way to end a holiday meal.


Athuman Sankole
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I've been making this salad for years, and it never disappoints. It's a classic holiday dish that everyone loves.


Dino Pinto
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This salad is always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart.


Dan Brad
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I love how easy this salad is to make. I can always count on it to turn out perfectly.


Md Samsher
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This cranberry congealed salad was a hit at my holiday party! It was so refreshing and festive, and everyone loved it.


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