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5 from 5 votes

Orange Smacked Cranberry Sauce

This cranberry sauce is kissed with orange and zest. This side dish is exceptional with Turkey anytime of the year but especially during the holidays!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Author: Real Life Real Issues | The Serial Chef | John Byrnes

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Orange Juice (pulp free)
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Orange Zest
  • 12 oz bag Fresh Cranberries Make sure you do not buy dried
  • 1 dash Fine Salt

Instructions

  • In a medium sauce pan add the orange juice, water and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the orange zest, cranberries and salt. Bring to another boil. Stir constantly for 5 minutes.
  • Turn heat down to a simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Constantly stir, so it does not burn!
  • Once almost all of the cranberries have popped open, remove from heat.
  • Transfer to a bowl, cover and chill for at least two hours or overnight.