Festive Cranberry Delight Sauce
This vibrant and flavorful cranberry sauce embraces the spirit of the holiday season with its medley of fresh cranberries, juicy apples, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of Grand Marnier. Perfectly balanced with spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this sauce pairs beautifully with turkey and adds a festive touch to any holiday meal. Let this dish be the star at your table, evoking the warmth and joy of Christmas with every bite.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1 cup
water
1 cup
fresh cranberries
16 ounces
chopped apple
1 cup
chopped walnuts
1 cup
raisins
1/2 cup
Grand Marnier
1/4 cup
orange juice
1/2 (freshly squeezed)
lemon juice
1/2 (freshly squeezed)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
nutmeg
1 teaspoon (freshly grated)
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture starts to boil.
2
Add the fresh cranberries to the boiling mixture. Allow it to return to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
3
Stir in the chopped apples, walnuts, raisins, Grand Marnier, fresh orange juice, lemon juice, cinnamon, and freshly grated nutmeg. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
4
Simmer the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened to your preferred consistency, stirring occasionally.
5
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cranberry sauce cool to room temperature.
6
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and refrigerate if not serving immediately. Enjoy alongside roasted turkey or your choice of holiday dishes.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Cranberry Delight Sauce?
It is a vibrant holiday sauce featuring cranberries, apples, walnuts, raisins, and a hint of Grand Marnier.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The sauce contains sugar, water, fresh cranberries, chopped apple, walnuts, raisins, Grand Marnier, orange juice, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
How much sugar is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sugar.
How much water is used?
1 cup of water is used to dissolve the sugar.
What quantity of cranberries is needed?
You will need 16 ounces of fresh cranberries.
How many chopped walnuts should I use?
The recipe requires 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
What amount of raisins is included?
The recipe includes 1/2 cup of raisins.
What kind of alcohol is in the sauce?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of Grand Marnier.
Is the orange juice fresh?
Yes, it uses the juice of 1/2 of a freshly squeezed orange.
Does the recipe use lemon juice?
Yes, it uses the juice of 1/2 of a freshly squeezed lemon.
What spices are used?
It uses 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
How do I start making the sauce?
Combine the sugar and water in a large saucepan and stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture boils.
When should the cranberries be added?
Add the fresh cranberries once the sugar and water mixture has reached a boil.
How long should I simmer the mixture?
Simmer the mixture for 10 to 15 minutes.
How do I know when the sauce is done?
The sauce is ready when the cranberries have burst and it has thickened to your preferred consistency.
Should the sauce be cooled before serving?
Yes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
How should I store the cranberry sauce?
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and refrigerate if not serving immediately.
What does this sauce pair well with?
It pairs beautifully with roasted turkey and other traditional holiday dishes.
Is this recipe suitable for Thanksgiving?
Yes, it is tagged as a Thanksgiving dish and is perfect for holiday meals.
Is this recipe suitable for Christmas?
Yes, it is specifically described as evoking the warmth and joy of Christmas.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Does the nutmeg need to be fresh?
The recipe recommends using 1 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg.
What is the preparation for the apples?
The apples should be chopped before being added to the saucepan.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
Should I stir the sauce while it cooks?
Yes, stir occasionally while simmering and stir well when adding fruits and spices.
What type of dish is this?
It is a fruit-based side dish or condiment for holiday meals.
Can I make this sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can refrigerate it if you are not serving it immediately.
Is this a traditional recipe?
Yes, it is described as a traditional festive holiday sauce.
How many apples are needed?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chopped apple.
What is the heat level for simmering?
Maintain a gentle simmer after reducing the heat from a boil.