tablespoon of finely diced crystallized ginger • Spices Cinnamon, as I mentioned, works well, as does grated nutmeg or ground allspice or cloves Start with a pinch and work your way up until it tastes the way you like it A bit of vanilla or spiced rum added toward the end of cooking will also spice things up a bit • Dried fruits A handful of raisins or currants can add texture and flavor Add them right at the beginning to allow them to soften • Nuts Toasted almonds, pecans, pistachios, or walnuts, roughly chopped and mixed into the sauce at the end, make a classic pairing EASY CRANBERRY SAUCE MAKES ABOUT 2 CUPS 4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries ẵ cup water 1 cup sugar ẳ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) ẳ teaspoon kosher salt Combine all the ingredients in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the berries start to pop Mash the berries against the side of the pan with the spoon, then continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries are completely broken down and have achieved a jam-like consistency Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 30 minutes Stir in water in 1-tablespoon increments to adjust to the desired consistency ... spoon, until the berries start to pop Mash the berries against the side of the pan with the spoon, then continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries are completely broken down and... ẳ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) ẳ teaspoon kosher salt Combine all the ingredients in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the berries... achieved a jam-like consistency Remove from the heat and allow to cool for about 30 minutes Stir in water in 1-tablespoon increments to adjust to the desired consistency