Description
Cranberry relish, infused with warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg, is a vibrant addition to your holiday table. This quick and easy recipe captures the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it an irresistible side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas gatherings. With its stunning red color and delightful taste, this relish will have your guests asking for seconds. Elevate your festive meals with this beautiful and flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with turkey, ham, or even as a unique spread on sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse fresh cranberries under cool water, removing any bad berries.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Cook for about 10 minutes until the cranberries burst.
- Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and cool completely to thicken the relish.
- Serve alongside roasted turkey or ham, or enjoy straight from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg