Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup cherry juice
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup orange zest
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
5 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Rinse cranberries and discard any stems or leaves.
- Add cranberries, sugar, cherry juice, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, and ginger to the Instant Pot.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to "Sealing."
- Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
- Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until smooth.
Nutritional Information:
(Per 1/4 cup serving)
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 25g
- Protein: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tart
- Fruity and tangy
- Smooth and spreadable
User Comments:
- "This sauce is so delicious and easy to make! I love the combination of cherry and orange flavors."
- "It's the perfect addition to my Thanksgiving dinner. My guests always rave about it."
- "I like to make it ahead of time and reheat it when I'm ready to serve it."
- "It's so versatile. I've used it on turkey, ham, and even ice cream."
- "I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but this sauce is amazing. It's changed my mind about them."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the sauce, as it can become bitter.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little water or orange juice.
- Serve the sauce warm or chilled.
