Caramelized Oranges
"For a pretty and refreshing dessert try this simple recipe for Cointreau-flavoured oranges in a caramel sauce."
- Ready In:
- 35mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Serves:
-
6
ingredients
- 6 oranges
- 2 -3 tablespoons Cointreau liqueur
- 2⁄3 cup water
- 4 ounces sugar
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To garnish
- pine nuts, toasted
- fresh mint leaves, chopped
directions
- Peel the oranges, carefully removing any pith, and slice into rounds.
- Place the oranges in a large, heatproof serving dish and drizzle with the Cointreau.
- Place the water and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved.
- Bring to the boil and cook without stirring until the sugar syrup caramelizes, turning a rich golden colour.
- Pour the syrup over the oranges and set aside for at least 1 hour.
- Just before serving, garnish the oranges with the pine nuts and chopped mint.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
English_Rose
United Kingdom
I live in Manchester, UK with my fiance and young son. I work at the local hospital in pediatrics and love my job. I also love cooking!! I have a sweet tooth but try and make healthy family meals, I'm not against some lovely treats now and then though :)
