Cranberry Sauce: A Thanksgiving Staple Reconsidered
For many, the traditional Thanksgiving spread is a holiday highlight. While turkey and potatoes are undisputed favorites, the place of cranberry sauce has been debated by some. Marnie Shure, writing for simplyrecipes, shares her personal journey to appreciating this often-overlooked condiment.
Taste Test of Five Canned Brands
Initially, Shure admits to not fully embracing the festive spread until her thirties, finding cranberry sauce to be an unnecessary addition to her savory holiday plate. However, as her palate evolved, she began to seek the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, eventually craving the iconic canned cranberry sauce, sliced directly from its distinctive loaf shape.
To determine the ultimate canned cranberry sauce, simplyrecipes conducted a taste test of five different brands, commonly found in grocery stores. The evaluation focused on key attributes including tartness, smoothness, and the characteristic “jiggle” of the sauce. Ocean Spray, a widely recognized brand, was among those tested.
