Gingered Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce is a delicious twist on tradition. This ridiculously easy cranberry sauce is a gorgeous addition to your meal and perfect for the holidays!
Good morning, Friends. How was your weekend? I almost don’t even know where to start when it comes to ours…..it’s amazing how much can change in the span of two or three days. This past weekend was full of change, the most important being that we said goodbye to my grandpa after 96 years of life.
As much as I know he was ready to go, it’s hard to imagine our family without him. He was the cornerstone, the last of my remaining grandparents. He was the father of five, the grandfather of 18, the great grandfather of 15 and counting. He was the story teller, the crossword puzzle guru, the wisdom sharer, the romantic. He was sharp minded and quick witted and independent, and up until the last 2 months of his life, he lived on his own in the house my mom grew up in.
One of my favorite things about my grandpa was his ability to keep things light, whatever the topic. I mentioned it to him recently, and he simply said, “I learned long ago that it’s best to keep a light way about you…..because if you don’t, then 50% of everything you do is a failure.” I hope I never forget that advice.
Gingered Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce and remembering Grandpa
Needless to say, the holidays will feel different this year without him. But I believe he will be with us in spirit, and we will do our best to keep his memory alive through the sharing of stories and good food. There’s something about coming together with family that is healing, especially when it centers around food. I can’t wait to share a Thanksgiving feast with my family, in memory of my grandpa and the wonderful life he lived.
Since things will already feel different, we might as well mix it up with some deliciously different recipes…..like this Gingered Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce. It’s bright, fresh, and vibrant – a lot like the way I want to remember my grandpa. Cheers to a life well lived.
Gingered Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 12 oz. bag fresh cranberries
- 1/2 c. pomegranate cranberry juice
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. pomegranate seeds
- 1 lime
- 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine pomegranate cranberry juice and sugar.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves. Bring mixture to a boil.
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Add cranberries, pomegranate seeds, zest and juice of lime, and ginger; reduce heat to simmer and continue cooking 8 minutes or until cranberries burst.
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Cool slightly; then chill, covered, in refrigerator.
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*Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
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Samantha @ Five Heart Home says
What a lovely tribute to your grandpa, Cathy. It sounds like he was a very special man. I’m so sorry for your loss and I hope that you find peace and healing through time with your family this holiday season…❤️
(Oh, and it goes without saying that your cranberry sauce looks amazing!)
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
Cathy, I pray for you and your family. Your Grandpa sounds like an amazing man and I am soooo sorry for your loss. This cranberry sauce sounds perfect for the holidays – pinned and sharing on FB. Stumbled it too! Let me know if I can do anything for you – I can order a pizza or two and have it delivered so you don’t have to worry about dinner one night! Hugs!
Sonali-+The+Foodie+Physician says
After seeing this on IG, I had to come over to check it out. It sounds incredibly vibrant and delicious. I’m so sorry to hear about your grandpa, he sounds like an amazing man. Enjoy your feast celebrated in his memory 🙂
Lisa+@+Cooking+with+Curls says
I am so sorry for your loss Cathy, I can’t even imagine how different the holidays will be for your family . Your cranberry sauce looks amazing, and sure to become a new holiday tradition. 🙂
Cjkerr says
Your Grandfather sounds like an amazing man. You were so fortunate to have had him so long. I’m sure his spirit will twinkle through all of you. Thanks so much for your recipes. I’m so glad to have found your blog through IG.
Tonia from TheGunnySack says
Oh Cathy, I’m so sorry for your loss! How wonderful that you have so many precious memories of your grandfather. I love his words of advice!
Cyndi @ My Kitchen Craze says
What a great tribute to your grandpa. I’m so sorry for your loss. No matter the age, it’s very hard to say goodbye. I’m glad that you and your family will be together for thanksgiving. That’s the best thing for times like this. Family is awesome and make things easier. This sauce looks amazingly delicious and I bet the family will love it on thanksgiving! Pinned. 🙂
Jess says
Thinking of you Cathy, your Grandpa sounds like a wonderful man. Hold on tight to those memories, I don’t think he will ever be forgotten.
And this recipe looks delicious, love the addition of the lime.
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