Spicy Cranberries Recipe ๐ถ๏ธ๐
Preparation Time: 1 minute
Cooking Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Servings: 2
Yield: 3/4 cup
Description:
Spice up your holiday table with this delightful Spicy Cranberries recipe! Bursting with flavor and made from scratch, these cranberries are a perfect alternative to canned sauce. The recipe, sourced from the beloved cookbook, “Better Homes and Gardens: Cooking for Two,” promises a fusion of sweet and spicy notes, making it a festive addition to your Christmas or Thanksgiving spread. Plus, it’s quick and easy, ready in under 15 minutes!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup frozen cranberries
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
- Prepare the Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. ๐
- Add Aromatic Cinnamon: Drop in the cinnamon sticks to infuse the syrup with warm, spicy flavors. ๐
- Bring to a Boil: Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring continuously until the sugar completely dissolves. ๐ฏ
- Introduce the Cranberries: Carefully add both fresh and frozen cranberries to the bubbling syrup. ๐
- Cook Until Popping: Allow the cranberries to boil rapidly until they begin to burst, releasing their juicy goodness into the syrup. This should take around 2 minutes. โณ
- Chill Out: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the spicy cranberries cool to room temperature. For a refreshing twist, you can also chill them in the refrigerator. โ๏ธ
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, transfer your spicy cranberries to a serving dish, discarding the cinnamon sticks. These flavorful cranberries are the perfect accompaniment to your holiday meals! ๐ฅฃ
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 215.3
- Fat Content: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 55.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.2g
- Sugar Content: 51.9g
- Protein Content: 0.2g
Keywords:
Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 15 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Tips and Tricks:
- For an extra kick of flavor, consider adding a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg to the syrup.
- If fresh cranberries are not available, you can use all frozen cranberries instead, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
- These spicy cranberries make a delightful topping for turkey, ham, or even as a spread for toast or crackers.
- Double or triple the recipe for larger gatherings, and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Prepare to impress your guests with the homemade goodness of Spicy Cranberries! ๐
