Ingredients and Weight:
- Fresh cranberries, 1 (12-ounce) bag
- Granulated sugar, 1 cup
- Light brown sugar, 1/2 cup
- Ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground allspice, 1/4 teaspoon
- Orange zest, from 1 orange
- Orange juice, from 1 orange
- White vinegar, 1/4 cup
- Walnuts, 1/2 cup, chopped
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugars, spices, orange zest, orange juice, and vinegar.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the mixture has thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the walnuts.
- Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Nutritional Information (per 1/4 cup serving):
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 25g
- Vitamin C: 40mg
Dish Characteristics:
- Tart and sweet with a hint of spice
- Bright red color
- Chunky texture with bursts of fresh cranberries
- Can be served warm or cold
User Comments:
- "This relish is the perfect addition to my holiday feasts."
- "I love the combination of sweet and spicy flavors."
- "The walnuts add a nice crunchy texture."
- "I like to serve this relish with roasted turkey, pork, or ham."
- "It's also great on toast or crackers."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have walnuts, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
- To make the relish ahead of time, let it cool completely and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.