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Chunky Orange Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Transform your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner with this unbelievably delicious Chunky Orange Cranberry Sauce! I never liked cranberry sauce until I discovered the magic of dried cranberries. This recipe lets you customize it to your liking – use dried cranberries, raisins, or both! The vibrant orange marmalade and warm cinnamon create a flavor explosion that's perfectly balanced and surprisingly addictive. Plus, it freezes beautifully, making it a perfect make-ahead recipe for the holidays. Get ready to experience cranberry sauce like never before!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 90.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chunky Orange Cranberry Sauce

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How to Make Chunky Orange Cranberry Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup orange marmalade, ½ cup orange juice concentrate, ½ cup raisins (optional), and 1 cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Add 12 ounces (1 ½ cups) fresh or dried cranberries. Return to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, simmer, and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed (adding a tablespoon of sugar or maple syrup at a time).
  5. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this delicious sauce with your favorite holiday dishes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

80g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Low Protein Healthy Sauces Chutneys Condiments Etc Fruit Canadian Easy Holiday Event Low Fat Vegetarian Winter Dietary Christmas Thanksgiving Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Ontario Low In Something Citrus Oranges Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less