Homemade Jalapeno Cranberry Sauce Recipe
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There’s nothing better than fresh homemade cranberry sauce, but a twist makes it even better. Check out our recipe for Jalapeno Cranberry Sauce to give your holiday table a little kick!
Homemade cranberry sauce
Nothing says a holiday meal better than fresh cranberries in a spicy jalapeno cranberry sauce. It’s a medium-heat twist on regular cranberry sauce using fresh jalapenos, white sugar, lime juice, lime zest, and dried cranberries. You can make it with fresh cranberries as well.
But either way, it’s probably going to be the easiest recipe for your Thanksgiving dinner. You can even make it ahead during this busy time of year and store it in an airtight container for several days or even freeze it ahead of the holiday season. And it’s lightyears better than the canned stuff. Plus it gives a little heat to the classic cranberry sauce idea.
It’s one of our favorite cranberry recipes. It makes a beautiful dish and is one of the best holiday dips. It’s even great on vanilla ice cream. You’re going to love making your own cranberry sauce, and it turns out great, even if it’s your first time to try it. So grab your jalapeno peppers and let’s get cooking.
We love making our own dips and sauces because they taste better and we know what’s in them. Making cranberry sauce couldn’t be easier. Check out some of our other yummy cranberry ideas:
Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing twist on a classic favorite with our Jalapeno Cranberry Sauce! Infusing the traditional sweetness of cranberries with a hint of fiery jalapeno heat, this vibrant condiment promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights.
With just a handful of simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be whipping up this flavorful creation in no time.
Hot pepper recipes
We LOVE spice and there are some many things you can make with hot peppers. Here are some ideas to use up excess hot peppers from the garden:
- Easy Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits
- How to Make Refrigerator Pickled Hot Peppers
- Creamy Tuna Macaroni Casserole from Scratch (Spicy)
- Homemade Rotel Tomatoes Recipe
- Easy Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole Recipe
For the perfect holiday accompaniments, check these out:
- Turkey
- Mashed potatoes and gravy
- sweet potato casserole
- green beans
- cabbage
- Christmas cookies
Best cranberry sauce recipe
We love the zest of the citrus and cranberries paired with the pop of heat from the jalapeno. Not too much, just enough heat to be delicious!
Jalapeno Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large jalapeno seeded and minced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Zest from 1 lime
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan and bring it to a rapid boil. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and pulse using a hand blender.
- Place back on the heat and cook covered for an additional 2-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes. Keep refrigerated.
A Great twist on a Thanksgiving staple
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Such a good update to a Thanksgiving staple