Our Best Ideas for Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Whether you prefer it jellied and cut into slices, on the side as a chunky relish or something in between, it just isn’t a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner without cranberries on the table. And, as tempting as it is to simply open a can and wiggle its contents onto a serving plate and declare it a side dish, we’re here to tell you that it’s so worth it to make your own homemade cranberry sauce. Not only is cranberry sauce incredibly easy to whip up but it will leave you with the absolute best leftovers. You can stir it into porridge for breakfast, spread it on bread for an upgraded turkey sandwich, spoon it over pan-fried pork chops—the possibilities are near endless. Best of all, with homemade cranberry sauce, you can give your own special twist. That’s where these recipes come in handy. You’ll find everything from spiked versions to citrus-infused ones, which makes it easy to put something extra special on your festive table. If you’re not sure where to start, try Tyler’s recipe. It’s flavoured with orange zest and cinnamon for a sweet-tart treat that’s perfectly spiced, and ready in a matter of minutes.
Spiked Cranberry Sauce
Ree takes canned cranberry sauce to the next level by adding maple syrup, fresh thyme and orange zest- and just a little port.
Cranberry Sauce with Pinot and Figs
Dried figs and balsamic vinegar upgrade traditional cranberry sauce into Bobby's elegant version.
The Best Cranberry Sauce
Our classic, homemade cranberry sauce has the ideal texture of tart whole berries suspended in a sweet jammy sauce; we added citrus peel for a little extra brightness. Don't be tempted to skip the salt and and pepper at the end. It may seem a bit odd, but salt brings out the fruitiness of the berries while pepper gives the sauce a warm and spicy finish.
Cranberry Citrus Dressing
Michael Chiarello's fresh, homemade cranberry dressing gets a flavour boost from orange zest and juice, fresh vanilla beans and a few spoonfuls of Dijon mustard.
Orange-Cranberry-Pear Relish
The three fruits in the relish keep things fresh and vibrant, while the dose of toasted pecans brings it back to the comforts of Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Pear and Cranberry Chutney
This soft, sweet chutney is the the perfect accompaniment to salty cheese, and a perfect addition to a festive spread.
Alton Brown's Cranberry Sauce
Alton Brown uses pure cranberry juice rather than cranberry juice cocktail- a sure way to get your sauce naturally tart and sweet.
Marcus Wareing's Cranberry, Pear, and Orange Chutney
The perfect pairing for crackers and cold meats, this cranberry, pear, and orange chutney is the key to a sensational spread. Taken from the show Marcus Wareing at Christmas.
Tom Kerridge's Red Cabbage with Cranberry Sauce
Braised red cabbage is a classic Christmas side and Tom's cheat’s version cooks quicker and tastes even better with an added luxury of cranberry sauce too.
Cranberry-Orange Relish
Trisha Yearwood shows how easy it is to whip up her sister's cranberry-orange relish for a festive dinner, whether it be Thanksgiving or Christmas . Simply pulse fresh orange slices and frozen defrosted cranberries in the food processor until he mixtue raches the desired consistency (Trisha likes a chunky texture — but not too chunky). Then, stir in sugar and chopped pecans.
Spiked Jellied Cranberry Sauce
Add a shot of cheer to your jellied cranberry sauce- your holiday guests will thank you! This version, spiked with vodka, is super easy to make ahead and looks just like its nonalcoholic cousin, so be sure to keep it away from the kids' table!
