Homemade Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tbsp honey

Steps

1. 1

   1. Combine the cranberries, both sugars, and orange juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

2. 2

   2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and add the rosemary sprig and cinnamon.

3. 3

   3. Simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most cranberries have burst and the sauce thickens noticeably.

4. 4

   4. Stir in the honey and orange zest during the last 2 minutes of cooking to build a glossy, candied finish.

5. 5

   5. Remove the rosemary sprig, then pour the sauce into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature — it will continue to thicken as it sets.