Candied Tangerines

1. 1

   Slice the vanilla bean in half lengthwise, and use a paring knife to scrape the seeds and pulp into a medium saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the vanilla pod, the sugar, and the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, remove all the white veins, or pith, from the tangerine segments.

4. 4

   Turn the heat down to low and add the tangerines to the syrup.

5. 5

   Simmer the fruit 3 to 5 minutes, until the tangerines look a little puffy and shiny.

6. 6

   Strain the mixture over a bowl and discard the vanilla pod.

7. 7

   Return the liquid to the pan and reduce over medium-high heat until its slightly thickened and coats the back of a spoon.

8. 8

   Allow the syrup to cool completely and gently stir in the tangerines.

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