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Mom's Classic Cranberry Sauce Recipe

Ditch the canned cranberry sauce this year! This easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to make and results in a vibrant, tart, and sweet cranberry sauce that's perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday gathering. Serve it chilled or at room temperature. Leftovers freeze beautifully for later enjoyment!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 124.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Mom's Classic Cranberry Sauce

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How to Make Mom's Classic Cranberry Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, dissolve 1 cup of granulated sugar in 1 cup of boiling water over medium heat.
  2. Add 12 ounces (about 3 cups) of fresh or frozen cranberries to the saucepan.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and continue to simmer.
  4. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool completely to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The sauce will thicken further as it cools.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

109g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g

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