Cranberry And Pearl Onion Conserve Recipe

Name: Cranberry And Pearl Onion Conserve
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup + 1 tsp. packed golden brown sugar; 1 cup water; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 tbs. chopped fresh ginger; 1 tsp. grated lemon peel; 1 10 oz. basket pearl onions*; 2 1/2 tbs. sweet butter; 1/8 tsp. salt; 1/4 cup dried currents; 3 tbs. madiera**; 1 tsp.red wine vinegar; 2 cups cranberries; *or frozen pearl onions; **I have also substituted wine, cognac and a really great dark rum.

Servings: persons

1 cup + 1 tsp. packed golden brown sugar
1 cup water
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tbs. chopped fresh ginger
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
1 10 oz. basket pearl onions*
2 1/2 tbs. sweet butter
1/8 tsp. salt
1/4 cup dried currents
3 tbs. madiera**
1 tsp.red wine vinegar
2 cups cranberries
*or frozen pearl onions
**I have also substituted wine, cognac and a really great dark rum.

1
combine first 5 ingredients in heavy saucepan over med-high heat. cook til syrupy, about 12 mins.
2
use frozen onions or blanch fresh onions in boiling water for 4 mins.drain, rinse under cold water and peel.
3
melt butter in large skillet on med-high heat.saute onions until starting to brown, 6-12 mins.
4
add salt, 1 tsp. sugar and currents and stir 2 mins.
5
add madiera and vinegar, stir 1 min.
6
add sugar sauce and 1 cup cranberries, cook 5 mins.
7
add rest of cranberries, cook 5 more mins.
8
discard cinnimin, cover and chill. let stand 20 mins. before searving.

815

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup + 1 tsp. packed golden brown sugar, 1 cup water, 2 cinnamon sticks, 1 tbs. chopped fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Cranberry And Pearl Onion Conserve falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranberry And Pearl Onion Conserve

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