Name: Cranberry Kumquat Sauce
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 1/2 hr
Yield: Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups kumquats (9 to 10 ounces), trimmed; 3/4 cup sugar; 3/4 cup water; 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh or frozen cranberries (3 1/2 cups)

Cranberry Kumquat Sauce in a white bowl with a red edge.

Marcus Nilsson

Kumquats and cranberries turn out to be a perfect match, since their flavors are similar in intensity: The former contributes a pleasant citrusy bitterness to the latter's signature tartness.

Cooks' note:

Sauce can be made 1 week ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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