Brandied Orange and Cranberry Sauce

Brandied Orange and Cranberry Sauce
This is the best cranberry sauce you will ever eat! Ready in approximately 25 minutes. Makes 4 cups (8 servings).

• 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

Directions:

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.
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.
3. Add cranberries; increase heat to high and boil for about 5 minutes or until the cranberries have popped and a small spoonful of sauce sets on a cold plate.
4. Remove from heat, stir in brandy. Pour into sterilized jars leaving 1/2 inch space from top. Seal with wax and store in refrigerator.