Portofino Cranberries Recipe

This stunning cranberry recipe, passed down from a Thanksgiving dinner party 25 years ago, is a showstopper! A beautiful blend of sweet and tart cranberries, complemented by rich port wine and creamy cheese, it's the perfect elegant side dish for your holiday table. Imagine the vibrant colors glistening in a clear glass bowl – it's a feast for the eyes and the palate!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 250 mins
Calories 312.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Portofino Cranberries

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How to Make Portofino Cranberries

  1. In a medium saucepan, dissolve 1 (3-ounce) package of cranberry-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup of ruby port wine.
  3. Add 1 (20-ounce) can of crushed pineapple, drained, 1 (14-ounce) can of whole berry cranberry sauce, and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans.
  4. Pour the mixture into a clear glass serving bowl.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of sour cream until smooth and creamy.
  7. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the set cranberry gelatin.
  8. Garnish with extra chopped pecans, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

158g

Fat

31g

Carbs

14g

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