If you prefer a bit more texture in your can of cranberries, our pros recommend Gefen Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce. This brand is a departure from many canned sauces, even the whole berry varieties, but one that our Test Kitchen thoroughly enjoyed.
To start, these canned cranberries from Gefen have a very dark, nearly purple color. This hue really makes this side dish stand out on the table among the green bean casseroles and dinner rolls.
As you scoop a slice or two, you’ll find that there are both whole and chopped cranberries in this sauce which provide a really wonderful texture, according to Ellie. It’s a departure from your classic jellied sauce but not too far out there for traditionalists.
As for the flavor, Mark explains that this sauce has the right amount of sweetness paired with cranberries’ signature tart flavor. Our whole team encourages you to spoon a few slices of this best canned cranberry sauce onto your plate during the Thanksgiving feast.
As for the leftovers: “This would be tasty slathered on a turkey sandwich the day after Thanksgiving,” says Mark.