Cider Cranberry Sauce

Original recipe was found in Family Fun magazine. (surprised by the number of excellent recipes in there!) I've basically halved it here. As stated by FF: "more personality and fresh flavor-with a whisper of apple" The pectin naturally found in apples helps the sauce to gel. Our family liked it very much.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries (will be 3 cups) or 1 (12 ounce) bag frozen cranberries (will be 3 cups)
• 3⁄4 cup apple cider (not apple juice)
• 2⁄3 cup sugar
• 1 -2  slice orange zest
• 2  teaspoons lemon juice

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a nonreactive saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce the heat and cook at a very low boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
5. Transfer sauce to a serving dish. Cover and refrigerate.
6. It will thicken as it chills. You'll need at least 5-6 hours.