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Pineapple Cranberry Sauce

Pineapple Cranberry Sauce

A sweet and tangy Pineapple Cranberry Sauce that brightens even the dullest of dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: SWEET TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 oz Fresh cranberries for essential tartness
  • 20 oz Crushed pineapple (with juice) to add sweetness and moisture
  • 0.75 cup Granulated sugar to balance tartness
  • 0.5 cup Orange juice provides a refreshing zing
  • 1 tablespoon Orange zest for aromatic richness
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon lends warmth and coziness
  • 0.25 cup Water to combine ingredients

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Steps to Make
  1. In a medium saucepan, mix the fresh cranberries, crushed pineapple with juice, granulated sugar, orange juice, water, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to incorporate everything evenly.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and gently bring the mixture to a boil. Watch it closely as the cranberries begin to pop.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. About a minute before it's done, stir in the orange zest.
  5. Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool. If not serving immediately, refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm over roasted meats for a festive twist.

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