This is your basic cranberry sauce. I like to cook it down until it becomes a smoother “jam-like” consistency. This sauce is very versatile, I like to serve it up on banana pancakes with toasted walnuts, or mix some into buttercream for a vibrant and fresh frosting. Makes a great addition to a cheese course as well. And most importantly it will be on the Thanksgiving table.
Gluten Free Cranberry Sauce
- 1 12 oz bag of fresh cranberries
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup honey
- Bring cranberries and water to a boil, simmer for about 10 minutes until it thickens up.
- Stir in honey, cook for an additional 5 minutes. Stirring frequently.
- Cool and serve.
Variations/Additions:
- Replacing water with fresh orange juice
- Orange zest
- Diced apple or pear
- Raisins
- Grapes – seedless
- Nuts
- Ginger
- Cinnamon stick
- Cherries
- Pineapple
- Figs
Really the possibilities are endless and it’s all about personal preference. Here is a foundation for you to work from and build your own cranberry sauce!