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Small Batch Brandied Cranberry Conserve Canning Recipe

Delight your taste buds and impress your friends with this small-batch Brandied Cranberry Conserve! Perfect for pairing with roasted meats, game, or baked brie, this festive conserve makes a wonderful holiday gift. Made with fresh or frozen cranberries (your choice!), it offers a delightful burst of tart and sweet flavors enhanced by warming spices and a hint of brandy. Optional nuts add a delightful crunch – try almonds, pecans, or even pine nuts for a unique twist. Adapted from "The Complete Book of Small-Batch Preserving", this recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious, homemade preserves.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 497.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Small Batch Brandied Cranberry Conserve Canning 12

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Ingredients for Small Batch Brandied Cranberry Conserve Canning

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How to Make Small Batch Brandied Cranberry Conserve Canning

  1. Finely chop 1 orange, peel and all, in a food processor.
  2. Combine the chopped orange with 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, 1/2 cup water, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice in a medium non-reactive saucepan.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the cinnamon stick and cloves.
  5. Add 12 ounces (about 2 cups) fresh or frozen cranberries and 1 cup granulated sugar.
  6. Return to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until the berries pop and the mixture forms a light gel (about 5-7 minutes).
  7. Remove from heat and cool slightly (about 5 minutes). Stir in 1/4 cup brandy and 1/4 cup slivered almonds (or nuts of your choice).
  8. Ladle the hot conserve into sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.
  9. Let jars cool completely before checking for seals. Store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

368g

Fat

2g

Carbs

34g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Low Protein Healthy Jams And Preserves Canning Condiments Etc Fruit Easy Low Fat Vegan Vegetarian Dietary Gifts Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Low In Something Berries 3 Steps Or Less Technique Water Bath