Star Anise Spiced Cranberry Sauce W Ruby Port Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this easy, yet elegant Star Anise Spiced Cranberry Sauce! A delightful twist on a classic, the warm spices of cinnamon and star anise create a festive and unforgettable flavor. Made with ruby port for a sophisticated touch (easily adaptable for non-alcoholic versions!), this cranberry sauce can be prepared up to a week in advance, freeing up your time on Thanksgiving Day. Get the recipe from Whole Foods Market – perfect for holiday gatherings!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 454.9 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Star Anise Spiced Cranberry Sauce W Ruby Port

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How to Make Star Anise Spiced Cranberry Sauce W Ruby Port

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup ruby port (or 1 cup water if omitting port), 2 star anise, and 1 cinnamon stick.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Add 12 ounces (about 3 cups) fresh or frozen cranberries to the saucepan.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, or until most of the cranberries have burst, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Remove the cinnamon stick and star anise before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

423g

Fat

0g

Carbs

39g