Orange-infused Baked Cranberry Delight 🍊

Baked Cranberry Sauce à la Orange 🍊

Overview:

Baked Cranberry Sauce à la Orange is a delightful twist on the classic cranberry sauce, infused with the tangy zest of oranges and a hint of sherry wine. This recipe takes the traditional stovetop cranberry sauce to new heights by baking it alongside your turkey, creating a symphony of flavors that perfectly complement your holiday feast. Whether it’s Christmas, Thanksgiving, or just a weeknight dinner, this sauce adds a burst of fruity freshness that will have everyone coming back for more.

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients:

• 3 cups fresh cranberries
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1/2 cup orange zest
• Juice of 1 orange
• 2 tablespoons sherry wine

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Place the fresh cranberries in an 8-inch baking dish, ensuring they are spread evenly.

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2. Sweeten with Sugar and Zest: Sprinkle the cranberries with white sugar, then generously sprinkle the orange zest over the top. The sugar adds sweetness, while the orange zest imparts a vibrant citrus flavor.

3. Mix with Juice: Squeeze the juice of one orange over the cranberries, ensuring they are evenly coated. The citrusy tang of the orange juice will complement the tartness of the cranberries beautifully.

4. Bake to Perfection: Place the baking dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven. Allow the cranberries to bake for approximately one hour, or until they begin to pop and release their juices. The aroma filling your kitchen will be simply irresistible.

5. Infuse with Sherry: Once the cranberries are soft and bursting with flavor, remove the dish from the oven. Stir in the sherry wine, adding a subtle depth of flavor that elevates the sauce to new heights.

6. Serve and Enjoy: Baked Cranberry Sauce à la Orange can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled, depending on your preference. Spoon it generously over roasted turkey, alongside other holiday favorites, or even as a delightful spread for sandwiches.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 680.3
• Fat Content: 0.3g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 5.2mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 175.5g
• Fiber Content: 7.3g
• Sugar Content: 161g
• Protein Content: 1.1g

Keywords:

Fruit, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy

Storage:

Baked Cranberry Sauce à la Orange can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, making it the perfect make-ahead option for your holiday festivities. Simply transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and chill until ready to enjoy again.

Embrace the vibrant flavors of the season with this irresistible Baked Cranberry Sauce à la Orange recipe. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a taste of holiday cheer, this dish is sure to become a beloved addition to your culinary repertoire.