Classic Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch ground cloves
• 1/4 cup water

Steps

1. 1

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

2. 2

   2. Add the orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, and one rosemary sprig to the pan.

3. 3

   3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.

4. 4

   4. Remove the rosemary sprig and let the sauce cool for 5 minutes off the heat.

5. 5

   5. Transfer to a small ceramic bowl and allow to cool to room temperature; the sauce will continue to set as it cools.

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   6. Before serving, drag a fresh rosemary sprig gently across the surface to release its fragrance and garnish.