The Top 5 Traditional Thanksgiving Recipes To Try

Cranberry Sauce(4 of 5)

Cranberry sauce is the perfect side dish to serve on the Thanksgiving lunch table. Here’s the mouth-watering recipe of this traditional dish enjoyed by millions.

Ingredients

• Water – 1/3 cup
• Orange, zested and juiced – 1
• Ground nutmeg – 1/4 teaspoon
• Ground allspice – 1/2 teaspoon
• Granulated sugar – 2 cups
• Fresh cranberries, washed and dried – 1 pound
• Cinnamon stick – 1

Preparation

• Combine the cranberries, water, and sugar into a medium sized pot. Stir and blend the ingredients.
• Let the mixture boil over medium heat. Once bubbles start to appear, put it to a simmer.
• Add the allspice, nutmeg, and the cinnamon stick to the pot and stir to combine.
• Let the mixture simmer for 5 to 7 more minutes.
• Add the orange juice and zest to the pot and stir.
• Pour the sauce into a bowl and set aside to cool.