Grand Marnier Cranberry Sauce with Oranges
Brighten up your holiday table with this decadent Grand Marnier Cranberry Sauce with Oranges, a festive twist on the classic side dish. Made with fresh cranberries, vibrant orange juice, and aromatic orange zest, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. A splash of Grand Marnier adds a hint of sophistication, while a quick simmering process brings out the natural tartness of the berries. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce pairs beautifully with roasted turkey or ham and can even double as a zesty topping for desserts. Whether you're hosting a Thanksgiving feast or a Christmas dinner, this citrus-infused cranberry sauce is sure to impress your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.75 cups Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Grand Marnier
- 0.25 cups Water
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries in cold water and set them aside to drain.
In a medium saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, water, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until they begin to pop and break down.
Stir in the orange zest and let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes to thicken.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the Grand Marnier, mixing well.
Allow the cranberry sauce to cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 215.6 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 184.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 535 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.
