Simple Cranberry Sauce with Mandarin Oranges
Fresh cranberry sauce with mandarin oranges is an easy and delightful addition to any turkey dinner, and help make the leftovers taste even better!
A Fresh Take on a Holiday Classic
When I was growing up, cranberry sauce always came out of a can and was served in my mom’s beautiful Fostoria dish. It was just part of the tradition! But years ago, my sister gave me the idea of making fresh cranberry sauce from scratch with a simple bag of Ocean Spray cranberries—and I was sold from the very first batch.
This version is quick, easy, and adds a special little twist with mandarin oranges. The combination of tart cranberries and sweet citrus makes it a truly delightful side dish for your turkey dinner—and maybe even better the next day on leftover sandwiches!
Ingredients
(See the printable recipe card below for exact measurements and instructions.)
You’ll need:
- Fresh or frozen cranberries
- Sugar
- Water
- Mandarin oranges (canned, drained — optional but delicious!)
Step by Step Instructions for Homemade Cranberry Sauce
(For all the detailed instructions, refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)
1.Bring the sugar & water to a boil and add the cranberries. 2.Cook the cranberries for 10 minutes & stir in mandarin oranges.. 3.Continue cooking until the cranberries start to split and the mixture thickens.
Ways to Use Leftover Cranberry Sauce
If you happen to have leftovers, here are some fun and tasty ideas:
- Spread it on turkey or ham sandwiches.
- Stir a spoonful into plain yogurt or oatmeal.
- Swirl it into baked brie or cream cheese for an easy appetizer.
- Serve it in a pretty glass dish and garnish with orange slices, rosemary sprigs, or a sprinkle of orange zest for a charming holiday touch.
More Holiday Dinner Recipes from Grandma Rita!
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Other Holiday Dinner Recipes You Might Enjoy:
- This roundup of side dishes for Thanksgiving dinner are great with any turkey dinner!
- Bacon wrapped stuffing balls can be made as an appetizer or sidedish.
- Fluffy mashed potatoes with cottage cheese is a new twist on a classic!
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Cranberry Sauce with Mandarin Oranges
This cranberry sauce with mandarin oranges is a quick, homemade version of the classic holiday favorite—sweet, tangy, and perfectly festive.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 (12 oz) bag fresh cranberries
- 1 small can mandarin oranges, drained (optional)
Instructions
- Bring sugar and water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Add the cranberries, return to a boil, and boil gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the drained mandarin oranges and boil 5–7 minutes more, until cranberries are mostly split and softened.
- Cool to room temperature and garnish with extra orange segments if desired.
- Store covered in the refrigerator. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 90Total Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 1gSugar: 22gProtein: 0g
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