Eileen's Cranberry Sauce

Puppies777's Note:

So you think you don't like cranberry sauce? Try this! It's fresh tasting with a kick. It's a great condiment for your holiday meal and it's fabulous on toast. Bring a jar of this next time you're invited to someone's house for dinner. You'll be a regular on the guest list!

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 6 cups

• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water
• 2 (12 ounce) packages fresh cranberries
• 2 tablespoons triple sec (orange liqueur)
• 1 tablespoon cranberry liqueur (Bogg's or Crantasia)
• 1/2 teaspoon orange peel, grated
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 pinch cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Directions:

1. Mix sugar and water in a large saucepan; stir to dissolve sugar. Bring to a boil; add cranberries.
2. Return to boil; add Triple Sec, Bogg's, orange peel, orange juice and cinnamon. Stir.
3. Reduce heat; boil gently 10 minutes stirring occasionally. If sauce is too foamy add butter a little at a time and stir until clear.
4. Remove from heat. Cool completely at room temperature and refrigerate (or can in water bath for 10 minutes). Makes 6 cups. Can be doubled.

Reviews

[iris5555]

This was very much enjoyed! The liqueurs add a subtle flavor and were just the perfect addition.