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in a saucepan bring port, water, sugar, salt, and star anise to a boil, immediately remove from heat, cover, and let it stand for 20 minutes to infuse the flavors.
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return the liquid to a boil, add cranberries, return to boil, lower heat to simmer.
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cook for 8-10 minutes until cranberries pop and sauce thickens.
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remove star anise and stir in orange zest.
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cool.