Candied Orange Peel

Step 1: With a sharp knife score oranges into quarters and gently remove the peel with your fingers

Step 2: Heat orange peel with 6 cups water to boiling. Let simmer 30 minutes. Repeat with another 6 cups water

Step 3: With a spoon gently scrape off remaining white membrane from peel

Step 4: Cut peel lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips

Step 5: Heat 2 cups sugar with one cup water to boiling. Stir till sugar is disolved

Step 6: Add peel and let simmer 45 minutes, stirring frequently

Step 7: Use a strainer to thoroughly drain orange peels

Step 8: Roll peels in 1 1/2 cups sugar and spread on waxed paper to dry