Honey-Sweetened Cranberry Sauce

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Makes: About 2 cups

Ingredients:

• 12 oz (about 3 cups) fresh cranberries

• ½ cup local honey, or to taste

• ½ cup water (or orange juice for extra zing)

• 1 orange, zested and juiced

• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)

• Pinch of salt

🥄 Directions

1. Simmer the base:
   In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, water (or orange juice), orange zest and juice, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

2. Add honey & spice:
   Once the cranberries start to pop (about 5 minutes in), stir in the honey, cinnamon, and ginger.

3. Cook it down:
   Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and most berries have burst.

4. Taste and adjust:
   Add more honey for sweetness or a splash of lemon juice if you prefer it tart.

5. Cool & serve:
   The sauce will thicken as it cools. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 10 days — or freeze for later.