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Cranberry-Orange Chutney

CranberryOrange Chutney with Brie cheese and Olives on a white plate that placed on a green fabric
Photograph by Isa Zapata, food styling by Emilie Fosnocht, prop styling by Emma Ringness

Canned cranberry sauce might often be associated with holiday fare, but this ingredient boasts versatility that extends well beyond festive seasons, making it a valuable addition to year-round cooking. Whole canned cranberries, orange juice, cinnamon, cloves, and orange peels, are combined to make a jammy cranberry chutney with subtle tang, comforting warmth, and a vibrant citrus burst. Whether spooned over cheese, layered in a sandwich, or blended into a smoothie, this flavorful sauce is guaranteed to be a hit all year round.

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What you’ll need

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes about 1½ cups

Ingredients

1 small navel orange
2 whole cloves
1 3"-long cinnamon stick
1 14-oz. can whole-berry cranberry sauce
½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt
½ tsp. freshly ground pepper
Brie, crackers, and olives (for serving)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Remove two 3"-long strips of zest from 1 small navel orange with a vegetable peeler; fold each strip in half and pierce with a clove to seal. Cut orange in half and squeeze juice into a measuring glass until you have ¼ cup.

    Step 2

    Bring orange zest with 2 whole cloves, orange juice, one 3"-long cinnamon stick, one 14-oz. can whole-berry cranberry sauce, ½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt, and ½ tsp. freshly ground pepper to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 10–15 minutes. Let cool.

    Step 3

    Arrange Brie, crackers, and olives on a platter; spoon chutney over Brie.

    Do ahead: Chutney can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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