Cran Juice Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cranberries
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and discard any that are soft or blemished.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the rinsed cranberries and 4 cups of water.
Cooking
- 3
Boil the Mixture
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cranberries burst.
- 4
Strain the Juice
Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly. Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain the liquid into another container, pressing down on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
- 5
Sweeten and Flavor
Return the strained juice to the pot. Add 1 cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. If desired, add a cinnamon stick and/or vanilla extract for additional flavor. Heat gently while stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Serving
- 6
Cool and Serve
Let the cranberry juice cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice or as desired.