Cranberry Sauce with Spirit
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant and boozy *Cranberry Sauce with Spirit* that perfectly balances sweetness, tanginess, and warming spice. Made with fresh cranberries, a splash of zesty orange juice, and a hint of cinnamon and cloves, this classic side dish is given an irresistible grown-up twist with the addition of orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe creates a luscious, jewel-toned sauce that bursts with flavor and makes the perfect pairing for roasted turkey, ham, or your favorite festive bites. Whether served fresh or chilled, this cranberry sauce is an elegant and crowd-pleasing addition to any holiday feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons Orange liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly under cool running water and set them aside to drain.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, orange juice, and water. Stir to dissolve the sugar slightly and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
Add the rinsed cranberries to the saucepan. Stir to coat them in the orange juice and sugar mixture.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the orange zest, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Stir to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
Keep cooking the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until most of the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. The mixture will bubble, so stir carefully.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool for 2 minutes.
Stir in the orange liqueur, mixing thoroughly until combined.
Allow the cranberry sauce to cool to room temperature before serving, or refrigerate it for later use. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Serve alongside your favorite holiday dishes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
895 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.4 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 515 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
