It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without cranberries, now would it? I know for a fact that around our house it wouln’t be Thanksgiving without it. I have tried many recipes and variations on this fruit, but the one from Ocean Spray is definitely the best.
How much do you really know about this fruit? Where does it grow? How did it become part of our Thanksgiving traditions? Here are a few facts from our friends at Ocean Spray about this deep red fruit.
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Comments OffMy family laughs every time I mention Ambrosia Salad. It seems every holiday party they go to it is there and for some absurd reason they think it is funny. Go figure!
There is a reason why it is at every party you go to…it is good! How often have you seen leftovers of Ambrosia Salad? I bet not too often. It is one of those food items that could be a side salad, then again it could be a dessert. Take your pick! Anyway I like it anytime of the year.
Posted in AllRecipes, Appetizers, Christmas Cookies, Desserts, Fruit, Fruits, Holiday Recipes, Holiday Sides, Holidays, My Family Recipes, Salads, Side Dishes Tags: Ambrosia, Holidays, recipes, salads, Side Dishes Comments OffFrom Family Fun.com
Apples add fresh seasonal flavor to the traditional cranberry sauce. Reviewer Kir says, “This is an excellent recipe. Even my husband who does not like cranberries raved about the dish.” A little stovetop cooking is all that’s required. Add this sauce to your “make-ahead” list–it keeps fresh in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Yield
Makes about 5 cups
Ingredients
* 6 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
* 1 (12-ounce) package fresh cranberries
* 1 small lemon, sliced and seeded
* 1 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup water
* 3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
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