How to Make Your Own Candied Lemon Peel

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   Wash your lemons thoroughly, With a knife or a sharp peeler, peel each lemon in large strips, leaving the white pith behind; remove any remaining white pith from the peels with a paring knife.

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   Place the peel in a heavy-bottomed pot and cover with 1 cup of cold water.

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   Bring to a boil and strain.

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   Repeat this step three times.

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   Place peel, 4 cups of water, sugar, and light corn syrup in a medium-sized pot.

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   Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the mixture forms a thick syrup and the peel becomes translucent.

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   When the syrup has cooled, remove the peel and cut it into strips.

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   Return the strips to the syrup.

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   The peel can be stored (in the syrup) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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    When you want to use the peel for decorative effect, remove the peel from the syrup and roll in granulated sugar.

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    Use immediately or let dry on a rack overnight.

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    Substitution: Orange peel can be substituted for lemon peel in equal amounts to create a candied orange peel.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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