There’s something almost magical about turning a handful of bright red cranberries into a glossy, sweet-tart sauce that feels like holiday comfort in a spoon. This week I finally shared the video for my Homemade Cranberry Sauce, and it reminded me just how simple and joyful real, from-scratch cooking can be — especially when compared to that wobbly canned version we all grew up knowing.
In the video, I walk through a recipe that takes only about 15 minutes from start to finish — perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend feasts alike. We use cranberries (fresh or frozen), a little sugar, orange juice for that lovely citrus pop, and a touch of cinnamon. As the cranberries heat, they burst and release their juices, turning into that beautiful sauce that practically begs to be served alongside roast dinners, turkey sandwiches, or even spread onto warm toast.
What I love most about this sauce — and what I hope you’ll take away from the video — is how adaptable it is. You can keep it rustic and chunky, smooth it out a bit with a spoon, or tweak the sweetness to suit your palate. And because it’s made from real fruit, you’re not just getting flavour — you’re getting all those lovely bright cranberry notes that really make a dish feel made with care.
One of the nicest things about homemade cranberry sauce is that you can make it ahead of time and let the flavours settle in the fridge, so when it comes to serving, you’re calm, prepared, and ready to enjoy the meal — not rushing around in the kitchen.
If you haven’t watched the video yet, you can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHh1TTqbMhE
I hope you get chance to cook something that makes you smile this week.
