Grand Marnier Cranberry Sauce
Add a burst of colour and tangy sweetness to your Thanksgiving feast with a homemade Grand Marnier Cranberry Sauce. This classic side dish gets an orangey-twist with the addition of orange peels and Grand Marnier orange liqueur. The vibrant red hue from this traditional rustic sauce adds a pop of colour to your plate and goes great with any roasted poultry.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 3 orange peels
- 1 whole stick cinnamon
- 1/4 cup Grand Marnier orange liqueur
Instructions
- Place the cranberries, brown sugar, and orange juice in a small pot and heat over medium-high heat. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the orange peels and cinnamon. Stir to combine and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the cranberries have softened and a thick sauce has formed.
- Remove from the heat and add the Grand Marnier. Stir to combine and let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to cool.
- To serve, remove the cinnamon stick and place in a decorative bowl. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.01gSaturated Fat: 0.001gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.003gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.003gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 34mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 16IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.1mg
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