Name: Cranberry Orange Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Serves 8-10
Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked over; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 1 cup (240ml) fresh orange juice (from about 3 large oranges); 2 tablespoons orange zest (from 2 oranges); 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 cinnamon stick (optional, for simmering); 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier or orange liqueur (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the citrus

Zest and juice the oranges, being careful to avoid the bitter white pith when zesting. Set aside the juice and zest separately.
Combine ingredients

In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon stick (if using). Stir to mix well.
Cook the sauce

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
Finish the sauce

Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and Grand Marnier (if using). Remove the cinnamon stick. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
Cool and store

Let the sauce cool completely at room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

Cranberry Orange Sauce

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