Vibrant Cranberry Holiday Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar.
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1 cup (250ml) fresh cold water.
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4 cups (one 12-ounce bag) whole cranberries, fresh or frozen.
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Optional: chopped nuts, orange peel, dried fruit, wild berries, warm spices.
# Instructions:
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Dump cranberries into a colander, wash with cool water, and toss out any squished or bad ones you spot.
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Pour water and sugar in a medium pot on high flame. Give it a few stirs until sugar melts completely and the liquid starts bubbling.
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Toss in cranberries to the bubbling mixture. Let it come back to a boil, then turn down to low heat. Simmer about 10 minutes until you hear most berries pop.
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If you want, mix in some goodies like chopped nuts, grated orange skin, or a sprinkle of warm holiday spices to make it your own.
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Take the pot off the heat and let everything cool down on the counter. Scoop the mix into a bowl and stick it in the fridge where it'll get thicker as it chills.
# Notes:
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Try swapping half the water with fresh orange juice for a zesty kick.
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Not sure about sweetness? Start with less sugar and add more later if needed.
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This bright side dish shows up on most Thanksgiving tables across America.