Monday, December 21, 2009

Grand Marnier Cranberries and Apples

A couple of nights ago we decided on paninis for dinner and I wanted something light as a side, but I wanted something REAL with a real depth of flavor.  If you've been reading this blog for any length of time you know I love to cook with Grand Marnier.

So I pulled out everything I could find that said Christmas to me. 

1 can jellied cranbrries
Orange Marmalade
Grand Marnier
Cinnamon Sticks
1 winesap apple
Nutmeg













Empty the can of jellied cranberries in a medium pot, add one peeled, cored and cut up the apple, one cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon orange marmalade, 1 ounce of Grand Marnier, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg.  Heat over medium-low heat until the jellies have broken down.  Let them hang out so the flavors can marry, at least 20 minutes.

If soup isn't your thing or if you're looking  for a change of pace,
then this is the ticket...gooey, double cream brie with smoked turkey and a side of warm Grand Marnier Cranberries and Apples.  (I put a little EVOO on the bread instead of butter or margarine...makes whole lot of difference.)



 


Just doing what I do, passing along the good stuff!



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31 comments:

  1. DebbieDecember 21, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Now, do I bath in that vat of sauce or eat it? Cause I could happily go either way here.

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  2. The JRDecember 21, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    Very creative. That sandwich looks awesome too.

    I like jellied cranberry sauce and have been thinking that you could do more with it thruout the year.

    Thanks for giving me ideas!

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  3. ClaudiaDecember 21, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    Oh a brie panini with turkey - heaven. And those cranberries and apples - I have all the ingredients.... do I need to make dinner, too?

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  4. Chef EDecember 21, 2009 at 10:44 AM

    Guess what hubby is having for dinner? Thanks for the idea since I am still not feeling well... I wish I could drown my cold in Grand Marnier right now, hold the cranberries and apples please :)

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  5. ann lowDecember 21, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    I love grand marnier too~ good in cakes and desserts.

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  6. buffalodickDecember 21, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    That looked like a perfect sandwich for tonight!

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  7. Inspired by eRecipeCardsDecember 21, 2009 at 12:06 PM

    very creative... love the sandwich... Brie makes a great melting cheese!!!

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  8. MargueriteDecember 21, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Woweeee, both look heavenly! May have to add this cranberry/apple dish to my Christmas buffet! Thanks! Have a very Merry Christmas, cher!

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  9. GladysDecember 21, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    That looks wonderful. Have you ever put Grand Marnier in your apple pie? TO DIE FOR!

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  10. The Diva on a DietDecember 21, 2009 at 1:28 PM

    Oh, YUM! I'd like to drizzle that yummy cranberry concoction right over that delicious panini. Wow, what a combination!

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  11. La Bella CooksDecember 21, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    This is such a creative little sauce. Who can beat Grand Marnier? I wish you a very Merry Christmas.

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  12. BarbaraDecember 21, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    Terrific! Reminds me a little of one of my favorite open face sandwiches: brie with turkey and apple butter. Now I can try your Grand Marnier cranberries instead of apple butter AND make it a panini, which I love.

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  13. Fresh Local and BestDecember 21, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    That's a very Christmassy chutney! It looks very good!

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  14. MarjieDecember 21, 2009 at 3:44 PM

    I'm just so overwhelmed this week that I can't think up anything! I made ice cream with jellied cranberry sauce last year. It was wonderful!

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  15. VelvaDecember 21, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    Wow! This is impressive pull-together meal. The side dish really looks tasty.

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  16. AprilDecember 21, 2009 at 5:41 PM

    This sounds delish!!

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  17. AnonymousDecember 21, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    That looks really good. I like your use of the jellied cranberry sauce. I never buy the stuff because I can never think of something creative to do with it. This is perfect!

    ;) amy

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  18. DebbieDecember 21, 2009 at 6:21 PM

    It all looks so delicious Katherine...where do I start???

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  19. SelbaDecember 21, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    I wish I could find cranberries in my town... looks so good!

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  20. CathyDecember 21, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    I'll be right over ;)

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  21. ChrisDecember 21, 2009 at 8:06 PM

    Alexis is on her way over there.

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  22. The Blonde DuckDecember 21, 2009 at 8:15 PM

    I second Debbie's comment.

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  23. JulieDecember 21, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    Looks beautiful...perfect with those sandwiches. Very nice!

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  24. AnonymousDecember 21, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    Mmm.. the turkey and brie panini sounds perfect with the grand marnier cranberries and apples, excellent!

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  25. LisaDecember 21, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    Good stuff indeed! Your description is wonderful. Can't wait to try this myself.

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  26. Betsy Banks AdamsDecember 22, 2009 at 12:34 AM

    That looks incredible, Katherine... I have never had this one before--with the apple in it. YUM!!!!! Thanks for this idea. I LOVE it.

    Merry Christmas.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  27. AnonymousDecember 22, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    Look at you!!! So creative. Yes, all of these items scream Christmas. The sandwiches look beautiful. I made some panini's a couple of weeks ago, the photos were so horrible I didn't write about it. The bread I used just didn't hold up and they were a gooey mess. Merry Christmas

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  28. JoanneDecember 22, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    Yeah so you definitely can't go wrong with grand marnier and double cream brie in one meal. These are basically two of my favorite things. Amazing dinner.

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  29. ReeniDecember 22, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    What a delicious combo! I could go for this anytime!

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  30. Katy ~December 24, 2009 at 4:27 AM

    Oh my GOSH does that look amazing. Oh yeah, just slide one of those over my way!

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  31. Fresh Local and BestDecember 24, 2009 at 5:56 PM

    Just popping in to wish you a Merry Christmas!

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Thanks for stopping by, I enjoy reading your comments.

Katherine