For a more intense orange flavor, add the zest of one orange along with the juice. Adjust the amount of honey to your preference, depending on the sweetness of your pears and desired level of sweetness in the sauce. This cranberry sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice, Honey, and Pears
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS55
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant cranberry sauce, a symphony of sweet and tart flavors. Fresh cranberries mingle with the bright zest of orange juice, the warm embrace of honey, and the delicate sweetness of diced pears, creating an unforgettable accompaniment to your festive feast.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate35 g
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Fiber3 g
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Protein0 g
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Sodium2 mg
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Sugar30 g
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Fat0 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a medium saucepan, combine orange juice and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)
02
StepAdd cranberries to the saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to pop and soften. (Approximately 5-10 minutes)
03
StepStir in diced pears, honey, and cinnamon sticks. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
04
StepRemove from heat and transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving bowl. (Approximately 2 minutes)
05
StepAllow the sauce to cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools. Remove cinnamon sticks before serving.
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Lexie Barrows
Mar 26, 2025I added a little bit of ginger to mine, and it was amazing!
Elisha Lueilwitz
Feb 28, 2025This is my go-to cranberry sauce recipe now. Thank you!
Connie Nikolaus
Feb 8, 2025I didn't have fresh pears so I used canned pears and it still came out great!
Noemi Botsford
Feb 8, 2025The honey really makes a difference. So much better than the overly sweet cranberry sauce from the store.
Mallie West
Feb 5, 2025I found that 10 minutes was too long for simmering after adding the pears, they became too mushy. I would suggest 5-7 minutes instead.
Lewis Nienow
Jan 27, 2025I made this for Thanksgiving last year, and everyone raved about it! It's become a new family tradition.
Hassie Cartwright
Jan 5, 2025I doubled the recipe and it was gone in minutes!
Reagan Wisozkbraun
Nov 1, 2024This recipe was a game-changer! The pears added such a lovely touch.
Foster Mann
Nov 1, 2024Easy to follow and the flavors were perfectly balanced. Highly recommend!