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May be prepared 3 days before and kept covered in the refrigerator. It looks spectacular served in a white bowl.

Makes: 2 Cups

Ingredients

• 3 C whole frozen cranberries

• ½ C sugar

• 2 tbsp orange zest

• ¼ C orange juice

• ¼ C water

• 1 tbsp brandy or orange-flavoured liqueur (e.g Grand Marnier)

Method

1. Combine cranberries, sugar, zest, juice and water in a saucepan.

2. Over a medium heat, gently bring it to boiling point then reduce heat to a gentle simmer.

3. Stir occasionally while simmering for about 5 minutes until cranberries burst.

4. Remove from heat and stir in the liqueur.

5. Allow the mixture to cool before covering and refrigerating.

6. Serve cold.