Cranberry Conserve With Apple, Orange, And Ginger

Name: Cranberry Conserve With Apple, Orange, And Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed; 1 large orange; 1 Granny Smith, or other tart apple, peeled, cored, and cut into small dice; 1/4 cup finely diced candied (crystallized) ginger; 1 cup dark brown sugar; 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; freshly ground pepper, 4 or 5 generous turns of the pepper mill

Servings: persons

12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed
1 large orange
1 Granny Smith, or other tart apple, peeled, cored, and cut into small dice
1/4 cup finely diced candied (crystallized) ginger
1 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
freshly ground pepper, 4 or 5 generous turns of the pepper mill

1
Check the cranberries for any soft or shriveled berries; discard these. Place the berries in a 4 quart heavy, non-reactive saucepan.
2
Strip the zest off the orange with a microplane, add to the pot of cranberries. Squeeze the juice from the orange into a glass measuring cup; add water to measure 1 cup. Add the juice/water mixture to the pot. Add the diced apple, the candied ginger, brown sugar, honey, cider vinegar, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper.
3
Bring the mixture up to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until the cranberries pop and the diced apple is tender. Skim off any foam that accumulates on the surface of the conserve. The mixture will look quite soupy at this point, but it thickens as it cools. Taste for seasoning and add a little more honey or vinegar to get the balance that suits your palate.
4
Allow the conserve to cool briefly, then portion it into glass preserving jars and cover tightly. Store in the refrigerator for several weeks, or process as you would jam or preserves for longer shelf storage.

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed, 1 large orange, 1 Granny Smith, or other tart apple, peeled, cored, and cut into small dice, 1/4 cup finely diced candied (crystallized) ginger, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Conserve With Apple, Orange, And Ginger 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!