Cranberry Sauce with Walnuts

Cranberry Sauce with Walnuts
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 25 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    8

Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant and homemade cranberry sauce, studded with crunchy walnuts and bright citrus notes. A delightful alternative to the ordinary, this recipe is sure to convert even the most skeptical cranberry sauce critic.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    56 g
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    2 mg
  • Sugar
    48 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and orange zest. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a lively boil, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. (10 minutes)

03

Step

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and gently simmer for 10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened slightly. (10 minutes)

04

Step

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the cranberry sauce to cool completely to room temperature. (30 minutes)

05

Step

Once cooled, gently stir in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the sauce.

06

Step

Transfer the cranberry sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. (8 hours)

For a more nuanced flavor, consider adding a pinch of ground cinnamon or a splash of orange liqueur to the cranberry sauce during the simmering process.
Toasting the walnuts before adding them to the sauce will enhance their nutty flavor and add an extra layer of complexity to the dish.
This cranberry sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. The flavors will continue to develop over time.

Brice Torphy

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 2 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Craig Kling

    I usually hate cranberry sauce, but this was amazing! The fresh orange flavor really makes a difference.

  • Johnathon Koelpin

    This has become a staple at our Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone always raves about it!

  • Brain Hartmann

    I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Thanks for sharing!

  • Laury Walker

    My kids even loved this! That's saying something!

  • Lonny Daniel

    So easy to make and much better than anything you can buy in a can. The walnuts add a nice crunch.

  • Alena Purdy

    I added a splash of Grand Marnier and it was incredible!

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