Jalapeno Cranberry Sauce

Cranberry sauce isn't only for Thanksgiving. Try this spicy version on top of your favorite sandwich, grilled chicken or beef. Of course we have to mention that it's pretty darn good with turkey.

Ingredients;

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (see Note)

2 cups fresh cranberries

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup water

Directions;

1. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan, bring to boil.
2. Add cranberries and minced jalapeno, return to boil. Reduce heat and boil gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Cover and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate until serving time.

Note:

The juices and seeds of fresh jalapeno peppers can burn your eyes and hands, so be sure to wear some type of protective gloves when handling them, and keep them away from your eyes.

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Orange Cranberry Sauce

We first made this to top slices of pound cake for a Thanksgiving dessert we were testing a few years ago. It was such a hit with our whole team that we often make a batch to top other desserts all year round.

Ingredients:

4 cups fresh cranberries

1 1/2 cups orange juice

1 cup sugar

2 tablespoons grated orange peel

2 tablespoons triple sec or other orange-flavored liqueur (optional)

 

Directions:

1. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and orange peel. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
    
2. Carefully pour into a blender and process until smooth. Pour into a bowl and stir in liqueur, if desired. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes:

This sauce dresses up vanilla ice cream beautifully - both in looks and taste!

Source:  mrfood.com