Candied Lemon or Lime Slices

1. 1

   Slice the lemons as thin as possible, about 1/8 inch thick, and remove any seeds.

2. 2

   Cut sheets of wax paper and place them underneath a wire cooling rack.

3. 3

   Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan, and cook over high heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is boiling.

4. 4

   Add the lemon slices and let the mixture simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, or until the lemon slices are opaque.

5. 5

   Make sure the sugar mixture does not begin to caramelize.

6. 6

   Using a fork or a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the lemon slices to the wire cooling rack, arranging them in a single layer.

7. 7

   Let them dry for at least 1 hour.

8. 8

   The lemon slices should be slightly sticky.

9. 9

   Extra slices, placed between pieces of wax or parchment paper and placed in an airtight container, can be frozen for up to 2 weeks or refrigerated for 1 week.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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