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Make-Ahead Cranberry Orange Sauce with Fresh Ginger

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A quick, tangy, and spicy cranberry sauce made with fresh ginger and orange, perfect for holiday meals or busy weeknights. This make-ahead side dish is simple to prepare and tastes even better after sitting in the fridge.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and finely minced
  • 1 large navel orange (zest and juice)
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Wash and drain the cranberries. Peel and finely mince the ginger. Zest the orange, then cut it in half and squeeze the juice.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, minced ginger, orange zest, orange juice, and water. Stir gently to distribute ingredients.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, which takes about 5-7 minutes. Watch closely to prevent boiling over.
  4. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally, scraping the bottom to prevent sticking, until the cranberries pop and the sauce thickens.
  5. Check consistency: the sauce is done when most berries have burst and it coats the back of a spoon. Simmer 2-3 more minutes if too thin, or add water if too thick.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature in the pan. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
  7. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. It keeps for up to two weeks.

Notes

This sauce tastes better after sitting in the fridge for a day or two as flavors meld. If using frozen cranberries, add 1-2 minutes to cooking time. For less sweet sauce, reduce sugar to 3/4 cup. Substitute ground ginger (1/2 tsp) if fresh is unavailable, though fresh is preferred. Can be frozen for up to three months.

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Keywords: cranberry sauce, orange sauce, ginger recipe, holiday side dish, make-ahead recipe, Thanksgiving sides, gluten-free, dairy-free

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