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For some of our favorite recipes, click Recipes. Tips for preparing cranberries:
While not as fragile as blueberries, fresh cranberries should be treated with care. Just prior to use, place cranberries in a strainer and briefly and gently rinse under cool running water.
When using frozen berries in recipes that do not require cooking, thaw well and drain prior to using. For cooked recipes, use unthawed berries since this will ensure maximum flavor. Extend the cooking time a few minutes to accommodate for the frozen berries. A few quick serving ideas:
Take advantage of cranberries' tartness by using them to replace vinegar or lemon when dressing your green salads. Toss the greens with a little olive oil then add a color and zest with a handful of raw cranberries.
To balance their extreme tartness, combine fresh cranberries with other fruits such as oranges, apples or pineapple or pears. If desired, add a little fruit juice, honey or maple syrup to chopped fresh cranberries.
For a easy-to-make salad that will immediately become a holiday favorite, place 2 cups fresh berries in your blender along with ½ cup of pineapple chunks, a quartered skinned orange, a sweet apple (such as one of the Delicious variety) and a handful or two of walnuts or pecans. Blend till well mixed but still chunky. Transfer to a large bowl. Dice 3-4 stalks of celery, add to the cranberry mixture and stir till just combined.
Combine unsweetened cranberry in equal parts with your favorite fruit juice and sparkling mineral water for a lightly sweetened, refreshing spritzer. For even more color appeal, garnish with a slice of lime.
Add a color and variety to your favorite recipes for rice pudding, quick breads or muffins by using dried cranberries instead of raisins.
Sprinkle a handful of dried cranberries over a bowl of hot oatmeal, barley, or any cold cereal.
Mix dried cranberries with lightly roasted and salted nuts for a delicious snack.
and just chopped up cranberrieswith some sugar...