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1 cup citrus peel (your choice: orange -lime-lemon-grapefruit are all
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Remove all peel from citrus fruits youll need about 1 cup of it.
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The white part is bitter you just want the outside peel.
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Cut the peel into circles about 3/4 inches in diameter using a cookie cutter.
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Grapefruit skins are much thicker than other citrus skins.
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I prefer the orange peel.
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Now combine 1 cup water and salt in a glass bowl.
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Add citrus peels and soak for about 12 hours.
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Next, rinse them with tap water.
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Drain them in a colander.
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Place the round citrus peel in a large saucepan and add 1 cup cold water to cover.
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Bring to a boil and cook over medium heat for 40 minutes or until the peels are soft.
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Next, rinse them with tap water.
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Drain the round peels in a colander.
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After that, place 1/2 cup sugar and remaining 1/2 cup of water in a medium-sized heavy-bottomed pan and cook until sugar dissolves.
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Add the peels.
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Cook 12 minutes.
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Mix well.
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Remove from heat and place the peels on a wire rack and allow to dry overnight.
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After it has completely dried, toss with remaining 1/4 cup sugar and store in an airtight container.
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Serve and enjoy.
