Instructions:

• Prepare the ingredients:
  Rinse the cranberries and discard any soft or damaged berries. Juice the oranges and set the juice aside.

• Combine in a saucepan:
  In a large saucepan, add the cranberries, orange juice, cinnamon stick, water, and sugar.

• Cook the sauce:
  Place the saucepan over low heat. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens into a rich sauce.

• Cool and store:
  Remove the cinnamon stick and allow the sauce to cool completely.

• Refrigerate or freeze:
  Transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight container.

  • Refrigerate and use within 1 week.

  • Freeze for later use and thaw before serving.