Brandied Orange and Cranberry Sauce

Name: Brandied Orange and Cranberry Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cuisine: allrecipes.com
Ingredients: 2/3 cup orange zest; 2 cups water; 2 cups white sugar; 2/3 cup orange juice; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 3 cups cranberries; 1 tablespoon brandy

Ingredients

2/3 cup orange zest
2 cups water
2 cups white sugar
2/3 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 cups cranberries
1 tablespoon brandy

Instructions

Step 1

In a small pan over medium heat, combine the orange zest and water. Cover and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Drain, reserving zest and 1/3 cup liquid.

Step 2

To the reserved liquid, add the sugar, orange juice and lemon juice. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes uncovered, stirring often.

Step 3

Add cranberries; increase heat to medium-high and boil for about 10 minutes or until the cranberries have popped and a small spoonful of sauce sets on a cold plate.

Step 4

Remove from heat, stir in brandy. Pour into 4 1/2 pint jars leaving 1/2 inch space from top. Place lids onto jars, and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.