Cranberry Sauce with Port and Cinnamon

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Cranberry Sauce with Port and Cinnamon
45 min.
10
127kcal

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Transform your holiday dining experience with this exquisite Cranberry Sauce infused with the rich depth of ruby Port and a hint of warm cinnamon. This sauce is not just a condiment; it’s a celebration of flavors that perfectly balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of dried cranberries and sugar. With its vibrant color and inviting aroma, it’s sure to steal the show at your festive table.

Designed to cater to everyone, this recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, ensuring that all your guests can enjoy it without compromise. Perfectly pairing with roasted turkey or as a vibrant addition to a charcuterie board, this sauce brings a delightful pop of color and flavor to any meal. The addition of cinnamon sticks adds a warm spice that complements the natural tartness of the cranberries, creating a beautifully complex yet simple dish that delights the palate.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious side dish, and the best part is that it can be made in advance—up to three days ahead! Imagine the ease of entertaining your loved ones with a homemade sauce that’s ready when you are. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch as your guests savor every bite. With just 127 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that enhances any gathering. Dive into this recipe and make your culinary mark this season!

Ingredients

  •  cinnamon sticks 
  • 12 ounce cranberries fresh
  • ounces cranberries dried
  • cup ruby port 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring ruby Port and broken cinnamon sticks to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium and simmer mixture 5 minutes.
  2. Add dried cranberries to saucepan; simmer until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add fresh cranberries, 3/4 cup water, and sugar; bring to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until cranberry sauce thickens and is darker in color and berries collapse, stirring often, about 20 minutes.
  4. Transfer sauce to bowl; cool. Discard cinnamon sticks. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories127kcal
Protein0.94%
Fat2.06%
Carbs97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.01
Glycemic Load
4.79
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.4499999974733%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
15.9mg
Petunidin
1.59mg
Delphinidin
3.56mg
Malvidin
22.91mg
Pelargonidin
0.11mg
Peonidin
17.67mg
Catechin
2.5mg
Epigallocatechin
0.25mg
Epicatechin
3.3mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
2.66mg
Quercetin
6.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.42kcal
6.37%
Fat:0.25g
0.39%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.13%
Carbohydrates:27g
9%
Net Carbohydrates:24.5g
8.91%
Sugar:20.67g
22.97%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4.7mg
0.2%
Alcohol:3.67g
100%
Alcohol %:4.73%
100%
Protein:0.26g
0.52%
Manganese:0.32mg
15.93%
Fiber:2.5g
9.99%
Vitamin C:4.82mg
5.85%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.48%
Vitamin K:3.21µg
3.06%
Copper:0.05mg
2.31%
Potassium:60.75mg
1.74%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.47%
Iron:0.26mg
1.46%
Calcium:13.77mg
1.38%
Magnesium:5.48mg
1.37%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.35%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious