The tart cranberry flavor will enhance turkey and stuffing.
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 package (12-ounce) fresh or frozen cranberries
Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan and stir to dissolve sugar. Bring to a boil; add cranberries and return to a boil. Reduce heat. Boil gently about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Before cooling, place a wire mesh strainer over a mixing bowl. Pour contents of saucepan into strainer. Mash cranberries with the back of a spoon, frequently scraping the outside of the strainer, until no pulp is left. Stir contents of bowl. Pour into serving container. Cover and cool at room temperature. Can be made several days in advance and refrigerated, or several weeks ahead and frozen. Makes about 2 cups.