Homemade Candied Citrus Peel

A classic recipe for transforming bitter citrus peels into a sweet, candied treat.

Author

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Recipe

Measurements	Ingredients
3	Oranges
2	Lemons
1 Cup	Sugar
3 Tbsp	Light Corn Syrup
¾ Cup	Water
1 Cup	Sugar (For Rolling)

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Instructions

1. Remove the rind from the oranges and lemons in large strips.
2. Simmer the rinds in water for 30 minutes and drain.
3. Cover with fresh cold water and simmer again until tender. Drain and refresh under cold water.
4. Scrape the white pith off the rinds and cut them into 2” x ¼” strips.
5. In a saucepan, stir together ¾ cup Water, 1 cup Sugar, and Corn Syrup over low heat until the sugar is dissolved.
6. Add the fruit peel and cook until most of the syrup is absorbed. Let stand overnight.
7. The next day, bring the mixture to a simmer again. Cool slightly and drain.
8. Spread 1 cup of sugar on a surface. Roll the citrus peels in the sugar until well coated.
9. Transfer to wax paper to dry, then store.

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