Cranberry-Orange Compote

Directions

1. 1
   using a sharp paring knife, peel the oranges, removing the skin and all the bitter white pith.
2. 2
   Working over a bowl to catch the juice, cut in between the membranes to release the sections.
3. 3
   Reserve the orange sections and juice in separate bowls.
4. 4
   In a nonreactive medium saucepan, combine the cranberries with the sugar and 1/4 cup of the reserved orange juice.
5. 5
   Cook over low heat, stirring often, until the cranberries pop and soften, about 4 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat and stir in the orange sections and Grand Marnier.
7. 7
   Refrigerate the compote until cool.