A vibrant cranberry sauce with a surprising kick, boasting layers of flavor that unfold with each bite. This sauce is a harmonious blend of tart cranberries, sweet marmalade, and a touch of heat, making it the perfect accompaniment to your holiday feast or roasted meats.
In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, cranberry sauce, orange marmalade, diced onion, chopped apple, chopped green bell pepper, salt, minced jalapeno, lime juice, and orange liqueur. (5 minutes)
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. As the sauce heats up, the fresh cranberries will begin to pop open. (10 minutes)
Once the cranberries have cracked open, reduce the heat to low and gently simmer, uncovered, until the sauce has thickened and reduced by about one-third. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (approximately 3 hours)
Remove the saucepan from the heat, cover it, and allow the cranberry sauce to cool completely at room temperature. Then transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and deepen. (8 hours)
Merle Oconnell
Jun 20, 2025This recipe is a game-changer! The little bit of spice from the jalapeño really makes it special.
Chanelle Lemke
Jun 19, 2025Be careful with the jalapeño. I added a whole one and it was a little too spicy for some of my guests. Start with half and taste as you go.
Paula Steuber
Jun 13, 2025I made this last Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about how much better it was than the canned stuff.
Mary Macgyver
May 21, 2025I didn’t have any orange liqueur on hand, so I substituted a splash of orange juice and a teaspoon of orange zest. It worked perfectly!
Clare Wintheiser
May 7, 2025The orange liqueur adds such a lovely depth of flavor. I’ll never make cranberry sauce without it again!