Fresh Sweet Cranberry Sauce with a Twist

Ingredients

• 1 12-oz. bag of fresh cranberries
• 1/3 cup of white sugar
• 1/3 cup of brown sugar
• 1/4 cup of orange juice
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon of orange zest
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt

Directions

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cranberries, white sugar, brown sugar, orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, orange zest, and salt.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cranberry sauce cool to room temperature.
5. Transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving bowl and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Cranberries are native to North America and have been enjoyed by Native Americans for centuries.
• Cranberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and dietary fiber.
• Cranberries are also a good source of manganese, copper, and vitamin E.
• Cranberry sauce is a traditional accompaniment to Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.