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Simple Cranberry Sauce

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This recipe makes 2 ¼ cups.  

Ingredients:

  • 1 – 12-ounce bag of cranberries, rinsed well
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions:

  • Place the washed cranberries in a saucepan on medium-high heat.
  • Combine with the orange juice, sugar, salt and lemon zest.
  • Bring to a simmer, then turn the heat to low. Simmer for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally and making sure the heat is neither too high nor too low.
  • The berries will pop open and form a sauce.
  • Allow to cool then serve for a chunky sauce. Or transfer to a food processor and blend well for a smooth sauce.

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