diff --git a/sauces/cranberry-sauce.md b/sauces/cranberry-sauce.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..62d7ac2 --- /dev/null +++ b/sauces/cranberry-sauce.md @@ -0,0 +1,31 @@ +# Cranberry sauce +--- + +## Ingredients +- 100g/3½oz light brown sugar +- 100ml/3½fl oz fresh orange juice +- 250g/9oz fresh or frozen cranberries +- zest of 1 clementine, finely grated +- 2tbp port or Cointreau to taste (optional) +--- + +## Method +1. Combine the sugar and orange juice in a large saucepan and bring to the boil +2. Stir in the cranberries and clementine zest, then simmer until the cranberries are tender but still holding their shape – this will take about 5 minutes if using frozen cranberries and a little longer if using fresh +3. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and stir in the port/Cointreau (if using) +4. Refrigerate until needed, the sauce will thicken as it cools +5. Remove from the fridge an hour before serving +--- + +## Tips +For best results, make the sauce a few days in advance to let the flavours mingle +--- + +## Serving suggestions +Get creative with your homemade cranberry sauce... +- use it as a cheesecake topping +- or try it in a [Thanksgiving-themed cocktail](https://www.marthastewart.com/1533818/surprising-cocktail-ingredient-cranberry-sauce) +--- + +## Recipe credit +Adapted from a [BBC Food](https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/cranberry_sauce_77431) recipe