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    Published: Oct 15, 2022 · Modified: Dec 13, 2022 by Kelly Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Ocean Spray Cranberry Orange Relish

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    serving bowl of cranberry orange relish.

    Cranberry relish is a Thanksgiving classic, and this Ocean Spray Cranberry Orange Relish is especially delicious. It's made with cranberries, oranges, sugar, and orange juice, and it's perfect for serving alongside our Dutch Oven Turkey Breast, Air Fried Turkey Breast, or Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham. Plus, it's really easy to make!

    serving bowl of cranberry orange relish.

    Why You Will Love This Recipe

    Once you make your own Ocean Spray Cranberry sauce, you will never go back to canned! This is especially so with this Ocean Spray Cranberry Orange relish recipe. It is just stupendous. You will find yourself spreading it on sandwiches, topping a Baked Brie with it it, and using it with ordinary Rotisserie Chicken!

    It takes less than 30 minutes to make this classic, and it is so much more flavorful than store bought.

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    • Why You Will Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Ocean Spray Cranberry Relish
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Tips for Success
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Food Safety
    • Some Other Recipes We Are Sure You Will Love
    • Connect with Smells Like Delish!
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    Ingredients

    When you see the fresh cranberries in stock at your grocery store, grab a few bags. They freeze fabulously! After the Holiday's, they are often on discount. That's the time to stock up on a few so you have fresh cranberry sauce year round!

    ingredients for cranberry sauce.
    • Ocean Spray fresh cranberries
    • Orange - ½ orange, chopped up small, rind and all.
    • Orange Juice - fresh or frozen
    • Sugar

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    How to Make Ocean Spray Cranberry Relish

    You can use orange juice instead of squeezing the oranges if you prefer.

    Step 1. Juice the Oranges

    oranged on a cutting board.

    Roll the oranges on the counter to loose the juice. Cut all three oranges in half. Juice 2 ½ of them.

    orange juice and orange pulp.

    Measure the juice, if it is not quite 1 cup, adding enough water to make it so. Dice the remaining ½ orange.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Step 2. Add Everything to a Pot

    oranges and cranberries in a cooking pot.

    Put the cranberries and diced oranges into the saucepan.

    sugar added to fruit.

    Measure the sugar and orange juice to the fruit.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Step 3. Cook the Cranberry Relish

    cooking cranberries.

    Bring to a boil on medium heat. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.

    cranberry sauce being spooned into jars.

    Pour into a serving bowl and set to chill until ready to serve. Or, ladle into canning jars and store or Hot Water Bath process to store in the pantry.

    Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve this Ocean Spray Cranberry Orange Relish with Dutch Oven Turkey Breast and Baked Sweet Potato Slices.

    We have some additional Holiday side dishes that would be perfect for completing your Holiday meal also.

    jars of cranberry orange relish.

    Take a look at our Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Spinach Artichoke Baked Pasta, Baked Brie with Cranberries, Baked Sweet Potato Slices, Sauteed Spinach and Onions, Southern Sweet Potato Casserole, and for a delicious starter, Christmas Wreath Appetizer.

    Variations

    Ocean Spray Cranberry relish is great with or without the orange. Other variations are:

    • Spice Cranberry Relish - Add some cinnamon and clove powder to your saucepan before coming to a boil.

    Equipment

    You will want a heavy bottomed (thick bottomed) stainless steel saucepan. The thick pan bottom will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent burning.

    • 2 qt Heavy Bottom Stainless Steel Saucepan

    Storage

    You can store the left over cranberry relish in Ball canning jars, either in the refrigerator or in the freezer.

    Tips for Success

    • Keep the saucepan heat on medium and stir constantly when it is boiling so it doesn't stick or scorch.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make this without the orange?

    Yes, just omit the orange and make the relish with no other changes.

    How long will the jars of relish keep?

    If you hot water bath can them, they will keep in the pantry for up to 18 months. If you do not use the water bath canning and store in the refrigerator, than 2 weeks. You can freeze it easily up to 6 months.

    Food Safety

    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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    Cranberry Orange Relish

    Cranberry relish is a Thanksgiving classic, and this Ocean Spray Cranberry Orange Relish is especially delicious. It's made with cranberries, oranges, sugar, and orange juice, and it's perfect for serving alongside our Dutch Oven Turkey Breast or ham. Plus, it's really easy to make!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time14 mins
    Total Time24 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 3 cups
    Calories: 788kcal
    Author: Kelly Bloom

    Equipment

    • 2 qt Stainless Steel Saucepan

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups whole cranberries 1 bag of Ocean Spray fresh cranberries
    • 3 large oranges 2 ½ for juice, ½ cut into small chunks, rind and all
    • 1 cup sugar
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Cut all three oranges in half. Juice 2½ of the oranges for their juice. You need 1 cup, if you are short, add water to make 1 cup.
      3 large oranges
    • Chop the remaining ½ orange up, rind and all in small dice or thin slices.
    • Add whole cranberries and diced up orange pieces to a saucepan. Add the sugar and the orange juice. Cook on medium heat until it starts to boil, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
      3 cups whole cranberries, 1 cup sugar
    • Pour the sauce into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, set aside to cool. Alternatively, you can also pour it hot into sterilized Ball Canning jars. Seal and set to cool.
    • Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes 3 cups.

    Notes

    • Keep the saucepan heat on medium and stir constantly when it is boiling so it doesn't stick or scorch.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 788kcal | Carbohydrates: 201g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 173g | Vitamin A: 532IU | Vitamin C: 101mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg
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