Sweetened with honey and brightened with citrus, Cranberry Cherry Sauce strikes a perfect balance between tart cranberries and luscious cherry preserves, making it the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving table!
1(12-ounce) bag fresh cranberriesrinsed and drained
1(8- to 10-ounce) jar cherry preserves
½cuphoney
2tablespoonsfresh-squeezed orange juice
1teaspoonorange zest
¼teaspoonsalt
Instructions
In a large saucepan, stir together cranberries, cherry preserves, honey, orange juice, orange zest, and salt. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until cranberries have softened, burst, and started to thicken. Cool to room temperature and serve, or store in refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
Notes
Additional honey may be added, to taste. If using unsweetened cherry preserves, more honey may be necessary.