Cranberry-Orange Relish with Fresh Ginger and Cinnamon

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A vibrant cranberry relish brightened with zesty orange, warming cinnamon, and a hint of fresh ginger for a homemade Thanksgiving classic. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, blends fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 8, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 8 American cuisine 70 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan combine 12 oz fresh cranberries, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries have burst and the mixture thickens slightly.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp finely grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp orange zest, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Allow the relish to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld.

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