Description
Fresh Cranberry and Pear Relish is a vibrant condiment that marries the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweet juiciness of ripe pears. Ready in just 15 minutes, this relish adds a splash of color and flavor to your holiday gatherings or everyday meals. Its delightful mix of flavors not only enhances roasted meats but also serves as a refreshing snack on crackers or toast, making it a versatile addition to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 ripe pears (Bartlett or Bosc), peeled and diced
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or bad berries.
- Peel and dice the pears into uniform pieces.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, diced pears, sugar, cinnamon, and orange zest; stir gently.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally for about 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst open and the mixture softens into a relish.
- Remove from heat and let cool at room temperature; relish will thicken as it cools.
- Transfer to a serving dish or jar; refrigerate for several hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg