Looking for a festive and flavorful side dish that will wow your guests this holiday season? Look no further than this Cranberry Pecan Relish recipe! Bursting with tangy cranberries, nutty pecans, and a hint of spice, this relish is the perfect accompaniment to turkey, ham, or any other holiday main dish. The recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a stress-free addition to your holiday menu. Whether you're hosting a big family dinner or a small gathering with friends, this cranberry pecan relish is sure to be a hit. Give it a try and see for yourself!
Ingredients
12ozcranberriesOne 12-ounce bag fresh or frozen
1 ½cupsugarplus more as needed
1strip orange or lemon zest
2tablespoonswater
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste
1orangeunpeeled
1appletart
½cuppecanschopped toasted
Instructions
Put the cranberries in a medium saucepan and transfer 1/2 cup of the cranberries to a small bowl.
Add 1 cup sugar, the strip of orange or lemon zest and 2 tablespoons water to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries are soft, about 10 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium and cook until the cranberries burst, about 12 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the reserved 1/2 cup cranberries. Season with salt and pepper. Taste and add more sugar, if desired.
Quarter the unpeeled orange and apple; remove and discard the seeds. Roughly chop the fruit with 1/2 cup sugar in a food processor.
Fold the orange and apple mixture into cranberry sauce along with the chopped toasted pecans. Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Notes
Note
To toast nuts, spread them out on a baking sheet and toast in a 350 degrees F oven until golden, about 7 minutes.
Nutrition - See Recipe Post for Nutrition Disclaimer