Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided use)
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 ¼ cups freshly squeezed orange juice
  • ¼ cup Cointreau or Grand Marnier
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Additional fresh basil and orange zest for garnish

Instruction

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add the garlic and the basil and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute; do not brown.
  • Add orange juice, Cointreau, and white wine. Bring to a boil, and lower the heat to a simmer. Simmer until reduced by half, about 15 minutes.
  • Add the cream, and simmer for 3 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat, and whisk in remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  • Garnish with additional fresh basil and orange zest