Spiced Cranberry Sauce with Orange

A mix of fresh orange, allspice, star anise, and crystallized ginger adds a spark to this cranberry relish.

4 Allspice Berries
2 Whole Star Anise
3/4 cup(s) Sugar
1/4 cup(s) Orange Juice
12 ounce(s) Fresh Cranberries, rinsed
1/2 Zested Orange, zest cut into 1/2-inch-long pieces

• Gather the allspice and star anise in a 4-inch square of cheesecloth and tie into a bundle. 
• Combine the sugar, orange juice, 1/4 cup water, and the spice bundle in a small saucepan set over medium heat.
• Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar melts and the liquid begins to bubble. 
• Remove from heat and let the spices steep for 10 minutes. 
• Return the pan to the stovetop, add the cranberries and the zest 
• Cook over medium-high heat until the berries just begin to pop — about 7 minutes.
• Remove pan from heat, remove the sachet, transfer the mixture to a serving bowl, and chill. 
• Can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.