Ginger Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients

• 12 ounces cranberries (one bag)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (see notes)
• 1/2 cup orange juice (store bought or freshly squeezed)
• 1/4 cup water (or more orange juice)
• 2 tsp fresh ginger (finely chopped)
• 1 tsp orange zest (finely grated (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine all the ingredients in a medium saucepan and stir to combine. Turn the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil.

2. 2

   Cook: Lower heat to medium and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the cranberries have burst.

3. 3

   Cool and Serve: Remove from heat. Let the sauce cool to room temperature before transferring to a container to chill in the fridge until ready to serve.