Ingredients

4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cups water
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, optional

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil. Boil until the berries start to pop, stirring occasionally. Start to mash the berries with a wooden spoon, continue boiling until they completely break down. Remove from heat. Serve warm as a sauce or cool to make a jelly. Makes two cups.