Canadian Thanksgiving and Christmas meals are made for rich, savoury sides, and a finishing touch that brings them together. Cranberry Holiday is a 100% real butter finishing butter made in Manitoba, infused with cranberries, orange zest, herbs and warming poultry spices. Melt a medallion over the dish just before serving for a glossy, flavourful finish without making another sauce.
Here are seven easy ways to put this holiday favourite to work, from the roast to the next-day sandwich.
1. Finish Roast Turkey and Chicken
Carve your turkey or roast chicken, arrange the slices on a warm platter, then top the meat with a sliced medallion of Cranberry Holiday. As it melts, the cranberry, orange and herb notes gloss the surface and soak into the warm slices. It’s a simple finishing touch that adds flavour right where you want it. Tip: Add the butter after carving, not before roasting, so its flavours stay fresh and distinct.
2. Stir It Through Stuffing and Dressing
Give hot stuffing a richer, herby finish by stirring a medallion through just before serving. The cranberry brings a gently tart note, while sage, thyme and rosemary complement the familiar savoury flavours. Try it with a classic bread dressing or a sausage stuffing for an extra layer of flavour. Tip: Fold the medallion in while the stuffing is hot, then taste before adding any more seasoning.
3. Top Carrots and Roasted Root Vegetables
Roasted carrots, parsnips and squash develop lovely natural sweetness in the oven. Finish the hot vegetables with a medallion of Cranberry Holiday and toss gently to coat. Orange zest brightens the sweet, caramelized edges, while cranberry and herbs bring a savoury contrast. Tip: Roast the vegetables until tender and browned first; add the butter off the heat so it melts into a light, flavourful gloss rather than burning on the pan.
4. Swirl It Into Mashed or Sweet Potatoes
Stir a sliced medallion into hot mashed or whipped potatoes for a savoury, herby lift that makes a familiar holiday side feel special. For a different pairing, melt it over sweet potato mash, where the cranberry and orange notes play against the potato’s natural sweetness. Tip: Start with one medallion per side dish, fold it through, then taste before adding more. You want the butter to enrich the potatoes, not overpower them.
5. Serve It with Warm Bread, Biscuits and Rolls
Put sliced Cranberry Holiday beside warm dinner rolls, biscuits or crusty bread and let everyone add their own medallion. The butter softens on contact, bringing a savoury, cranberry-and-herb finish to every bite. It’s an easy way to make the bread basket feel at home on a holiday board, too. Tip: Set the tube out briefly before serving so you can slice neat medallions, then return any remaining butter to the refrigerator.
6. Finish Green Beans, Brussels Sprouts and Other Holiday Vegetables
Bring a hot side dish of green beans, Brussels sprouts or other holiday vegetables to the table, then melt a medallion over the top. Toss gently to coat and let the cranberry, orange and herbs complement the vegetables’ earthy, savoury flavours. Tip: Take the pan off the heat before adding the butter. It will melt into the vegetables without cooking away its bright finishing flavour.
7. Upgrade Leftover Turkey Sandwiches and Next-Day Plates
Turn leftover turkey into a sandwich that tastes like the main event again. Spread a little softened Cranberry Holiday on the bread, or add a medallion to the warm turkey so it melts into the meat. It also gives next-day plates of turkey, stuffing and potatoes a quick flavour boost. Tip: Warm the turkey first, then add the butter just before serving for the best melt and a fresh, savoury finish.
How to Use Cranberry Holiday Butter
Push, slice, melt, indulge. Use the push tube to portion a circular medallion, then add it to a hot dish at the end, off the heat. For a side dish, start with one medallion, stir or toss to coat, and taste. Add another if you’d like a more pronounced finish.
Make It a Holiday Board
Add warm rolls or slices of crusty bread to a holiday board, then arrange sliced Cranberry Holiday medallions alongside. Pair with cheeses, fruit or other familiar board favourites for an easy, shareable centrepiece. Keep the butter refrigerated until you’re ready to serve, and set out only what you plan to enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cranberry Holiday sweet or savoury?
It’s a savoury finishing butter with a gently tart cranberry note and aromatic herbs and spices. Orange adds a bright citrus accent.
What does it taste like?
Cranberries and orange meet sage, thyme, rosemary, garlic and onion, with warming poultry spices. The result is rich, savoury and well suited to holiday dishes.
Is it only for turkey?
No. Try it on chicken, stuffing, roasted vegetables, potatoes, warm bread and leftovers. Explore more Von Slick’s flavours and inspiration.
How many servings are in a tube?
Each 140 g push tube contains approximately 14 servings.
Is it freezer-friendly?
Yes. Keep it refrigerated, or store it in the freezer until you’re ready to use it.
Where can I buy it?
Cranberry Holiday is available at grocery stores and butcher shops across Canada. Online shopping at shop.vonslicks.ca reopens October 13.
Made with 100% real butter in Manitoba, Cranberry Holiday carries the packaging tagline “Perfect for the Holidays.” It has also earned the 2024 World Dairy Expo Champion award for Innovation, and two Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards at the 29th Annual Retail Council of Canada awards. Add a medallion to the dishes you already love and bring cranberry, citrus and herbs to your holiday table with an easy gourmet cooking shortcut.
