Cranberry Orange Relish
You’re probably thinking cranberry relish is strictly a Thanksgiving side, but that’s not the case! This Cranberry Orange Relish hits the spot for your holiday festivities…or just any time you get that cranberry craving! Member’s Mark™ Cinnamon Sticks add an additional touch of cinnamon flavor to this tasty side dish. Keep reading to find out how to serve it!
What to Serve with Cranberry Orange Relish
Breads & Crackers
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Toast (sourdough, wheat, brioche)
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Biscuits
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Cornbread
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English muffins
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Bagels (plain, cinnamon raisin, everything with cream cheese underneath)
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Crackers (buttery, multigrain, rosemary, or seeded)
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Crostini or baguette slices
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Pita chips
Cheese Pairings (as a spread/topping)
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Brie (especially on warm Brie)
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Goat cheese
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Cream cheese
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Ricotta on toast or crostini
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Mascarpone
Relish + soft cheese = perfect appetizer.
Savory Bases
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Turkey or ham sandwiches
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Turkey sliders (use it like a spread)
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Grilled cheese (add a thin layer inside with white cheddar)
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Roasted chicken or turkey wraps
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Burgers (especially turkey burgers)
Breakfast Items
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Pancakes, waffles, or French toast
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Oatmeal or yogurt bowls (stir or dollop on top)
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Scones (orange, cranberry, or vanilla)
Holiday Appetizers
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Stuffed phyllo cups (with goat cheese + relish)
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Baked Brie en croûte (spread inside the puff pastry before baking)
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Prosciutto or ham roll-ups (cream cheese + relish inside)
Cranberry Orange Relish Makes a Great Gift, Too! Here’s How!
Package It in Small Jars
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Use 4 oz or 8 oz mason jars (jelly jars work great).
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Fill while the relish is cold so the jar stays clean.
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Wipe rims and add a festive lid or fabric topper.
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Tie with twine, ribbon, or raffia.
Add a tag including:
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Name of the item (“Cranberry Orange Relish”)
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Date made
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“Keep refrigerated”
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Serving ideas (e.g., “Perfect on toast, brie, or turkey sandwiches”)
Pair It With a Small Gift
Create a themed bundle:
Breakfast Bundle
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Jar of cranberry orange relish
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Small loaf of quick bread (orange loaf, cranberry bread, pound cake)
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Butter knife
Cheese & Snack Bundle
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Relish jar
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Small brie round or goat cheese
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Crackers or a mini cutting board
Holiday Dinner Helper
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Relish jar
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Homemade rolls or cornbread
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Pretty tea towel
Use Festive Containers
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Flip-top glass jars
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Little ceramic crocks
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Mini reusable deli containers with custom labels
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Kraft gift boxes with crinkle paper
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Small tins lined with parchment
Add a Simple Label
Handwritten or printed:
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“Made with cranberry, orange & love”
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“Enjoy within 7–10 days”
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“Keep refrigerated”
You can even design a simple circle label to stick on the jar lid.
Make a “Relish Sampler”
Great for neighbors or coworkers:
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Cranberry orange relish
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Cranberry apple chutney
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Cranberry jalapeño relish
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Orange marmalade
Place in a 4-pack carrier or small gift box.
Add a Recipe Card
Attach a small card with:
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The recipe
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How to serve it
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Or simple ideas like “Spread on crostini with goat cheese”
Cranberry Orange Relish
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fresh Cranberries, rinsed
- 1 Member's Mark™ Cinnamon Stick
- 1/2 tsp Member's Mark™ Organic Ground Ginger
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 1/2 cup Water
- 1 piece Orange peel
- 1/2 cup Orange juice
- Pinch Member’s Mark™ Sea Salt
Instructions
- Combine sugar, orange juice and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir to dissolve sugar.
- Add cranberries, Member’s Mark™ Sea Salt, Member's Mark™ Cinnamon Stick, Member's Mark™ Organic Ground Ginger, and orange peel. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Continue cooking for about 10 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst.
- Take off heat, remove cinnamon stick. Serve when cooled or place in a container and put in the refrigerator. Can store for 3 days.
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