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Naturally Sweetened Cranberry Sauce

Cranberries are antioxidant-rich, but they're so sour! This naturally sweetened version will reduce the blood sugar spike, and the spices add a unique, delicious take on an old holiday favorite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh cranberries
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup applesauce
  • ½ cup pineapple juice
  • 1 orange, zested and juiced
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg, all-spice, and/or cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp honey (or stevia as a substitute)

Method
 

  1. In a medium pot, combine the cranberries, pineapple juice, honey, applesauce, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce to a simmer and add the cinnamon stick and nutmeg.
  2. Stir to blend and simmer until some of the cranberries start to burst and some remain whole. Add the orange juice and zest, stir and allow to cool before serving.