Candied orange peel

Candied orange peel

Ingredients/Components

• sugar - 2 c
• medium oranges - 6 item

How to make candied orange peel:

Advance preparation: Cut peel of each orange in sixths; loosen from pulp. Remove most of white membrane from peel. Add peel and 1 tablespoon salt to 4 cups water. Place a plate over top to keep peel under water. Let stand overnight. Drain; wash. Place peel in saucepan. Cover with cold water. Heat to boiling; drain. Repeat boiling and draining 3 times. With kitchen shears, cut peel in strips. Combine peel, 2 cups sugar and 1/2 cup water. Heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Cook slowly until peel is translucent. Drain; roll in additional sugar. Dry on rack overnight. Makes 2 cups.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Candy, Garnishes.