Berrylicious Citrus Burst Preserves: Raspberry Cranberry Delight

Raspberry Cranberry Preserves

🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥘 Recipe Yield: 7 1/2 pint jars

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Description: This vibrant Raspberry Cranberry Preserves is a versatile delight, bursting with the sweetness of raspberries and the tartness of cranberries. Whether you’re indulging in a breakfast spread of pancakes or waffles, topping off your favorite desserts like vanilla ice cream or layer cakes, or simply spreading it over toast for a delightful snack, these preserves add a pop of flavor to any dish. Additionally, they make for charming homemade gifts or a flavorful addition to various recipes, from salads to glazes for meats or baked goods like Christmas cookies.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups raspberries
• 3 cups cranberries
• 2 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1 vanilla pod
• 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Raspberries: In a bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar with the raspberries. Let the mixture stand for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

2. Cook Cranberries: In a stainless steel pan, combine the cranberries with the remaining sugar. Place the pan over high heat and stir constantly to prevent burning. Cook until the cranberries start releasing their juices, approximately 5 minutes.

3. Thicken Mixture: Continue cooking until all the cranberries have popped and the mixture becomes syrupy, reaching a boil. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface. Cook and stir for an additional 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.

4. Add Raspberries: Incorporate the prepared raspberries and their juice into the pan. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.

5. Spice it Up: Stir in the dried cranberries, sliced orange, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, ensuring that all ingredients are evenly distributed.

6. Check Consistency: To test if the mixture has reached the desired consistency, remove a small amount of preserves and place it on a saucer in the freezer for 5 minutes. If it wrinkles when pushed to one side, it’s ready. If not, continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes and retest.

7. Final Touch: Once the preserves reach the desired consistency, reduce the heat to a simmer. Stir in the Grand Marnier if using.

8. Sterilize Jars: Ladle the hot preserves into sterilized jars, leaving a bit of space at the top. Wipe the rims clean with a damp towel to ensure a proper seal.

9. Seal and Process: Seal the jars with new lids and metal rings. Process them in a hot-water bath for 5 minutes to ensure preservation.

10. Cool and Store: Remove the jars from the water bath and allow them to cool. Check for seals, label the jars, and store them in a cool, dark place until ready to use.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 341.9
• Fat Content: 0.8g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 2.1mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 86.9g
• Fiber Content: 9.3g
• Sugar Content: 74.7g
• Protein Content: 1.6g

These Raspberry Cranberry Preserves are not only delicious but also rich in fiber and antioxidants, making them a wholesome addition to your pantry. Enjoy the burst of fruity flavors in every spoonful, whether it’s for breakfast, dessert, or as a delightful gift for your loved ones.