Cranberry and Orange Relish

Brighten up your Christmas plate with this zesty cranberry and orange relish, perfect for adding a refreshing contrast to rich meats with its tangy and citrusy notes.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves: 8

Ingredients

12 oz fresh cranberries
1 large orange, zested and juiced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup water
1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Rinse the cranberries and discard any that are soft or damaged.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, sugar, honey, water, ground cinnamon, and salt.
3. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
4. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the mixture has thickened.
5. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. The relish will continue to thicken as it cools.
6. Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate if not serving immediately.

Storage

Store the relish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Reheating

Serve the relish chilled or let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.