If you like smoother cranberry sauce, let it cool completely and then blend it until it’s as smooth as you like. You can also mix in 1/4 teaspoon (0. 5 g) of ground cinnamon and the zest of an orange for additional flavor.
You can also add fresh cranberries to pies or tarts. For example, add a handful of berries to your favorite apple pie or pear tart.
Play around with other flavors in the vinaigrette. For example, blend in fresh mango or orange juice.
Classic cocktails that use cranberry juice, include the cosmopolitan, sea breeze, sex on the beach, and cape cod.
1 cup (240 ml) of yogurt, milk, or almond milk 1/2 cup (50 g) of fresh cranberries 1 fresh or frozen banana 1/2 cup (50 g) of fruit, such as strawberries, peaches, or blueberries
The frosted cranberries will last up to 2 to 3 days at room temperature.
For a slight citrus flavor, add the zest of an orange to the granola or trail mix.
Drizzle a little maple syrup or honey over the grains and scatter chopped pecans for a little crunch.
To round out the salad, scatter fresh goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and cranberry vinaigrette over the top.
For an extra cranberry flavor, spoon fresh cranberry vinaigrette over the grains.
You can also add dried cranberries to tuna salad or turkey salad.
Turn the bag of cranberries upside down and don’t buy it if there’s liquid collecting in the bottom of the bag.
Discard any fresh cranberries that become wrinkled, dry, or soggy.
You can also freeze-dried cranberries in an airtight container for up to 12 to 18 months.
It’s a good idea to refrigerate the dried cranberries if you live in a hot, humid climate.
