Thanksgiving is upon us, time to reflect with family and friends and give thanks for all that is wonderful in our lives.

Its also a time to create and share delicious Epicurean Delights!

Cranberry sauce is always present on our table. Some of our family members like jellied cranberry sauce and others (myself included) like freshly made cranberry sauce.

Every year I break out the fresh cranberries and begin the task of making my traditional cranberry sauce. Fresh apple, cranberries and grated nutmeg along with cinnamon mingle together to scent the air. With a little dash of this and a little dash of that the house begins to take on that holiday smell that signals family, laughter and good eats is near.

I am so very thankful for my family and great friends both in and out of the sweet and savory world! I hope your holiday is filled with delicious sweet and savory Epicurean Delights!

Hugs,
Michele

Begin with fresh cranberries, fresh apples, lemon and oranges. Be sure to was your produce before starting. I like to let my cranberries have a nice soak in a bowl filled with cold water. I let them sit for about 30 mins allowing any particles to drop to the bottom of the bowl.

Return to a boil, then lower the heat so the liquid simmers. You will hear the cranberries start to pop as they begin to cook down. Once you stop hearing the cranberries pop, add 1 cup chopped apples, a 1/4 cup of Grand Marnier and the orange juice, lemon juice and zest you prepped earlier.

You will also add 1 tsp saigon cinnamon and 1 tsp of freshly grated nutmeg.

Cook for about 15 mins. Remove from heat and let sauce cool. Transfer to a serving dish and place in refrigerator until ready to serve. Can be served cold or at room temp.
                                      

Happy Thanksgiving and enjoy! For more great recipes check out our recipe page!