Spiced Cranberry Rum Sauce: Festive Holiday Delight

Cranberry Rum Sauce Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🥘 Yield: 6 cups

Description:

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Cranberry Rum Sauce, a delightful addition to your festive table. Bursting with tangy cranberries, warm spices, and a hint of spiced rum, this sauce is a must-have for holiday gatherings. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion, this vegan-friendly sauce adds a touch of elegance and flavor to your favorite dishes.

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Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 8 cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon mace
• 8 cups fresh cranberries
• 4 granny smith apples, tart apples
• 1/2 cup spiced rum (such as Captain Morgan’s)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Spices:

   • Tie the cinnamon, cloves, and mace into a spice bag.
   • Give it a few good hits with a rolling pin to release the flavors.

2. Cooking:

   • In a large stainless or enamel pot, bring the sugar and water to a boil.
   • Reduce heat to a simmer and stir until the sugar is dissolved.

3. Add Cranberries and Spices:

   • Add the cranberries and spice bag to the pot.
   • Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

4. Incorporate Rum:

   • Pour in the spiced rum, such as Captain Morgan’s.
   • Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

5. Final Steps:

   • Remove the pot from heat.
   • At this point, you have three options:
     • Serve Immediately: Chill overnight and serve with turkey, chicken, game hens, or quail.
     • Freezing: Freeze for up to 1 month to enjoy later.
     • Canning: Proceed with canning the sauce for long-term storage.

6. Canning Instructions:

   • Ladle the hot sauce into clean, sterile, hot jars.
   • Wipe the rims to ensure a clean seal.
   • Seal the jars securely.
   • Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes at altitudes up to 1000 feet.
   • Adjust processing times for higher elevations as necessary.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 342.6
• Fat: 0.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 4.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 78.2g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Sugar: 64.6g
• Protein: 0.7g

Keywords:

Vegan, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Canning, Easy, Inexpensive

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can substitute regular rum with dark rum.
• Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more or less sugar.
• Experiment with different spices such as star anise or cardamom for a unique twist.
• Serve this sauce alongside your favorite holiday meats or as a topping for desserts like cheesecake or ice cream.

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of this Cranberry Rum Sauce, and elevate your holiday meals with a touch of homemade goodness!