Orange Surprise

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 large oranges (about 6 pounds)
• 1 cup Orange Liqueur (Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Cut the oranges in half and scoop out the flesh, leaving the peel intact.
3. In a large bowl, combine the orange flesh, Orange Liqueur, sugar, butter, flour, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Spoon the mixture into the orange peel halves.
5. Bake for 45 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the orange peels are slightly browned.
6. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 orange half):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Protein: 3 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy with a hint of orange liqueur.
• Creamy and custardy filling.
• Can be served as a dessert or appetizer.

User Comments:

• "This is a wonderfully unique and flavorful dish! The orange liqueur really shines through."
• "I love the combination of the sweet filling with the slightly bitter orange peel."
• "This is a beautiful and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion."
• "I made this for my dinner party and it was a huge hit!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use ripe oranges for the best flavor.
• Let the oranges cool slightly before filling them, or the filling will melt.
• You can bake the oranges up to 2 days ahead of time. Store them in the refrigerator and reheat them before serving.