Cranberry Apples
By
Brenda Forbes
@BrnJune
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Rarely do I not have this made and in my refrigerator! When a craving for "something sweet" raises it's ugly head this recipe is a good (and healthy) "fix"!
It is a great side for any type of breakfast and is absolutely delicious with pork or chicken. Serve it hot or cold--either way it is wonderful!
As a note, since my original post of the recipe I began using fresh cranberries vs canned whole berry cranberries. To cut calories, I only use 1/2 cup sugar (vs 1 c. sugar as the bag instructs). I cook the apples (as stated above) in a separate pan then combine everything into one bowl.
It is a great side for any type of breakfast and is absolutely delicious with pork or chicken. Serve it hot or cold--either way it is wonderful!
As a note, since my original post of the recipe I began using fresh cranberries vs canned whole berry cranberries. To cut calories, I only use 1/2 cup sugar (vs 1 c. sugar as the bag instructs). I cook the apples (as stated above) in a separate pan then combine everything into one bowl.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
We chose to use a combination of Granny Smith, Gala & Red Delicious apples for this wonderful recipe. The mix was terrific, with the Granny Smiths being the real stand-outs. Try serving them warm atop flaky biscuits... Mmmmm, good!
Ingredients
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4 to 5 mediumapples - different varieties give the best flavor
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1/2 cwater
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2 Tbspground cinnamon (or to taste)
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1 can(s)whole berry cranberry sauce
How to Make Cranberry Apples
- Wash the apples, halve, and remove the cores and stems.
- Chop the apples (do not remove the skin) into large chunks, approximatley 1/2" to 3/4" in size.
- Place apples, cinnamon, and water in medium size sauce pan and cook on medium low heat for approximately 20 minutes or until fork tender. Do NOT put a lid on the pan as it will make the apples mushy.
- Remove apples from heat. Gently stir in canned whole berry cranberries.
- Apples can be served immediately while hot or chilled and served up to two weeks later. (The dish can be reheated as desired.) Enjoy!!
About Cranberry Apples
Course/Dish: Fruit Sides
Main Ingredient: Fruit
Regional Style: American
Collections: Thanksgiving Table A is for Apple
Other Tags: Quick & Easy Healthy
