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.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries in cold water and set them aside to drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, water, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir to dissolve the sugar.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Add the cranberries to the saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until they begin to pop and break down.

Step 5

Stir in the orange zest and let the sauce simmer for another 3-5 minutes to thicken.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the Grand Marnier, mixing well.

Step 7

Allow the cranberry sauce to cool to room temperature. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 8

Transfer to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	940.3

Total Fat 1.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 150.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 184.6g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 53.5mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 534.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 97.3%