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Holiday Cranberry Recipes

By Laurie Wolf and Lauren Wilson
September 28, 2014
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Cranberries have long been a celebrated holiday symbol, and with good reason. This antioxidant-packed super-fruit is at its peak season from September to December, making it a fresh and healthy addition to your winter meals. Here are some great recipes that the whole family will find "berry" delicious.
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Cranberry Salsa

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This no-cook salsa is as versatile as it is easy. Serve it as a tangy dip for pita chips or spoon it atop roasted chicken or fish for a bright, zippy main course.

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Cheese-Filled Endive

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These simple but elegant appetizers are perfect for holiday entertaining. The sweetened dried cranberries balance the tangy mixture of cream cheese and blue cheese.

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Double Cranberry Crostini

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These two-bite treats are sure to be a party pleaser. The sprinkling of dried cranberries adds a festive pop of color to these tasty apps.

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Cranberry Mulled Cider

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Nothing tastes better on a cold winter's day than hot cider. Having a holiday party? This recipe easily doubles or even triples. Adults might want to add a touch of apple brandy.

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Cranberry-Orange Mini Scones

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Making bakery-worthy scones is easier than you think. These tender, delicious treats are perfect for a special breakfast and come together in only 20 minutes of active time.

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Pumpkin Waffles with Cranberry Honey

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This healthy and hearty breakfast incorporates several distinct flavors of fall. The rich cranberry-honey topping is just the right compliment to the sweet pumpkin waffles.

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Cranberry Pumpkin Bread

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Your family will want to eat this sweet spiced bread all winter long. Not only is it delicious, it's packed with Vitamin A thanks to the pumpkin.

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Cranberry-Apricot Granola

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These granola bars are a snack-time delight! The use of honey in place of refined sugar makes these a wholesome choice for your kids.

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Wake-Up Breakfast Bars

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A first-rate breakfast on the go! Get a morning dose of antioxidants with these cranberry-studded goodies.

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Trail Mix Popcorn

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This traditional snack food gets a tangy twist when you add cranberries to the mix.

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Wild Rice and Chicken Salad

Add flavor and vitamin C to your lunchtime meal by serving up this refreshing wild rice salad.

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Pork with Cranberry Chutney

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While this savory-sweet chutney is especially good with pork, it's also a crowd-pleaser over rice or couscous.

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Cranberry Glazed Ham

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Cranberries and ham are a holiday flavor match made in heaven.

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Indian Spiced Chicken with Relish

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This recipe has a triple dose of cranberry goodness! By using cranberry juice along with fresh and dried cranberries you get a dimension of flavor that showcases the fruit's versatility.

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Balsamic Orange Cranberry Sauce

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Ditch the canned stuff, and try out this new take on a classic side. Balsamic adds a sweet depth of flavor that is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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Apple Cranberry Galette

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Cooking with the kids is a fun way to celebrate this holiday season. This galette is simple enough for little helpers, and tasty enough for mature palates.

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Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

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These sweets are a yummy treat for the little cookie lovers in your life. Dried cranberries and oats provide a healthy fiber boost.

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Creamy Cranberry Tart

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This creamy tart tastes as good as it looks. To save time in the kitchen, use a store-bought graham cracker crust.

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Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake

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This artfully glazed and decorated bundt cake is a visual stunner, but don't be afraid to dig in! Beautiful clusters of cranberries throughout make the inside just as gorgeous.

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Cranberry Apple Bake

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Serve this dessert warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a sublime ending to your holiday meal.

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1 of 22 Cranberry Salsa
2 of 22 How to Can Foods at Home
3 of 22 Cheese-Filled Endive
4 of 22 Double Cranberry Crostini
5 of 22 Cranberry Mulled Cider
6 of 22 Cranberry-Orange Mini Scones
7 of 22 Pumpkin Waffles with Cranberry Honey
8 of 22 Cranberry Pumpkin Bread
9 of 22 Cranberry-Apricot Granola
10 of 22 Wake-Up Breakfast Bars
11 of 22 Trail Mix Popcorn
12 of 22 Wild Rice and Chicken Salad
13 of 22 Pork with Cranberry Chutney
14 of 22 Cranberry Glazed Ham
15 of 22 Indian Spiced Chicken with Relish
16 of 22 How to Season
17 of 22 Balsamic Orange Cranberry Sauce
18 of 22 Apple Cranberry Galette
19 of 22 Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies
20 of 22 Creamy Cranberry Tart
21 of 22 Orange Cranberry Bundt Cake
22 of 22 Cranberry Apple Bake

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