Description
Discover the perfect balance of tart and sweet with this homemade chunky cranberry sauce featuring pecans. This delightful holiday side dish is not only simple to make but also elevates any meal with its vibrant color and rich texture. Made by simmering fresh cranberries until they burst, and combined with orange zest for a citrusy kick, this cranberry sauce offers a comforting, traditional flavor that pairs beautifully with turkey, ham, or even as a spread on sandwiches. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a memorable addition to your festive table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, water, and orange zest.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; then reduce to medium-low and simmer.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.
- Let cool completely before serving; the sauce will thicken further as it cools.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg