holiday cranberry conserve
Note: What is Conserve? Conserves are made with dried or fresh fruits and nuts and are cooked. They have a very thick and chunky texture. Conserves work very well as a spread and as a condiment for meats and cheeses. This recipe works well with pork or turkey.
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This cranberry conserve may not replace traditional cranberry sauce during the holidays, but it will be a great addition to the table. It's slightly sweet and tart. We loved the occasional crunch from the pecans. It's a very versatile dish. It can be used with turkey or pork as suggested. But, it would also be delicious on a piece of savory chicken, over a block of cream cheese as an appetizer or added to a meat and cheese board. Yum!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
25 Min
method
Canning/Preserving
yield
Makes 2 cups
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups orange juice
- 2/3 cup apple cider
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 stick 3-inch cinnamon stick
- 6 - fresh mint leaves
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans - add after cooking conserve
How To Make holiday cranberry conserve
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Step 1In a medium heavy saucepan combine cranberries and water and cook until berries burst, about 10 minutes. Drain. -
Step 2Add all other ingredients except pecans.
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Step 3Cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens, about 25 minutes.
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Step 4Add nuts, stir to combine. Allow to cool.
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Step 5Transfer to a glass bowl or jar and refrigerate, covered, for up to 2 weeks. Conserve may also be frozen in plastic food storage bags for up to 1 year. Alternatively, you can process hot mixture in sterilized jars and keep in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
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Nutrition Facts
(per serving*)
calories: 982kcal, carbohydrates: 189g, cholesterol: 0mg, fat: 28g, fiber: 11g, protein: 6g, saturated fat: 2g, sodium: 27mg, sugar: 167g, unsaturated fat: 26g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition information is estimated.
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Category:
Fruit Salads
Category:
Jams & Jellies
Keyword:
#holiday
Keyword:
#Cranberry
Keyword:
#condiment
Keyword:
#conserve
Collection:
Thanksgiving Table
Ingredient:
Fruit
Culture:
American
Method:
Canning/Preserving
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