Candied Orange Zest

1. 1

   Remove zest from oranges in long 1/2-inch-wide strips with a vegetable peeler and remove any white pith from zest.

2. 2

   Julienne zest diagonally and transfer to a small saucepan.

3. 3

   Cover zest with cold water and bring to a boil, then drain and repeat.

4. 4

   Drain again and pat dry.

5. 5

   Bring 2 cups water with sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.

6. 6

   Add zest and simmer, stirring occasionally, until translucent and tender, about 25 minutes.

7. 7

   Cool zest in syrup, then drain, discarding syrup.

8. 8

   Set on a rack over a baking sheet to catch drips and arrange zest on rack, separating strips with a fork.

9. 9

   Dry zest 1 hour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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