Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest

Ingredients

• 1 12-ounce bag of fresh cranberries
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1 tablespoon of orange zest

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
3. Stir in the orange zest and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and let cool.

Interesting Facts

• Cranberries are naturally tart, so the addition of sugar is necessary to balance out the flavor.
• Orange zest adds a unique citrusy flavor to the sauce that pairs nicely with the cranberries.
• Cranberry sauce is a traditional accompaniment to Thanksgiving meals, and is often served with turkey.