1Step 1
- Bring to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring until the sugar is dissolved:
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups water
2Step 2
- Boil the syrup for 5 minutes, then add:
- 4 cups cranberries, picked over
3Step 3
- Simmer the berries in the syrup very gently, uncovered, without stirring, until the berries are translucent, about 5 minutes
- Skim off any foam
- If desired, add:
- Finely grated zest 1 orange
4Step 4
- Pour the berries into a serving dish. Chill until firm.