Cranberries

Posted on 5667 by T2DS for Thanksgiving 2009


Cranberries
Chapter: Sides
Serves: 8 Low carb. Easy. The carb count seems high but the berries are actually lower on the glycemic index scale and the fiber helps make this side dish (condiment) more diabetic friendly.

12 ounces fresh cranberries
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup splenda
1 cup water
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation: Put cranberries in a pot on the stove. Pick through and remove soft or damaged ones. Add all the rest of the ingredients. Stirring, bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Stir frequently. The cranberries will pop, and then release their gelling properties (like pectin). The sauce will thicken and come together like magic. Continue cooking until the sauce is the consistency you want. Approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

NUTRITION FACTS Amount per Serving Calories 161 Calories From Fat 0 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 74mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 41g 14% Dietary Fiber 2g 9% Sugars 39g Protein 0g Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 0% Iron 0% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.