Savor the holiday spirit with this luscious cranberry port sauce, a perfect balance of tart cranberries and the deep, rich flavors of port wine. Ideal for Thanksgiving turkey, festive hams, or even as a decadent topping for desserts. This recipe brings warmth and complexity to your table, enhancing both savory and sweet dishes alike.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup port wine
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
In a medium saucepan, combine the port wine, orange juice, and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
Add the fresh cranberries, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the saucepan, stirring gently.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature; it will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and refrigerate if not using immediately. It can be made up to a week in advance.
Serve chilled or at room temperature with your favorite meats or desserts.
