Minty Cranberry-citrus Relish

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• 2 (12 ounce) bags fresh cranberries
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup orange liqueur, such as cointreau
• 1/3 cup orange rind, minced finely
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh mint, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated

Recipe

• 1 put all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
• 2 reduce heat slightly, and stir until the berries begin to pop. careful---don't let it boil over!
• 3 continue cooking over medium heat until the cranberries are soft and the sauce has turned into a thick syrup, about 25 minutes, longer if necessary. the consistency should be that of a thick chowder.
• 4 let return to room temperature, spoon into jars, and chill until it has jelled.