Cranberry Facts

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Cranberry facts and general information about cranberries.

Cranberries are Available:

Cranberries are harvested in September and October.

How do Cranberries Grow:

Cranberries can be found on vines that grow low to the ground. Where they are grown is called cranberry bogs. The evergreen vines blossom in white flowers and 2 months later the cranberries are ready for harvesting.

What to Look for When Buying Cranberries:

Cranberry varieties are light red—dark red in color.

Cranberry Storage Tips:

Store in fridge or freeze.

How to Cook Cranberries:

Many people drink cranberry juice or cook with cranberries at Thanksgiving and autumn time.

Usually cranberries are cooked with sugar because they are very sour or bitter. To use cranberries rinse berries off and use in any cranberry recipes. Add dried cranberries to quick breads, cereal or granola.

Cranberry Nutrition Facts:

Cranberries are high in calcium, magnesium, potassium, Vitamin A and Vitamin B.

Recipe: Cranberry Sauce

4 Cups fresh or frozen cranberries (1 pound)
2 Cups sugar
2 Cups water
In saucepan heat sugar and water and bring to a boil. Boil 5 minutes. Add in washed and clean cranberries. Boil another 5 minutes. Cranberries should pop open. Take off stove and pour into serving dish. Chill in refrigerator several hours before serving.