Sunny Southern Preserved Oranges

1. 1

   Peel oranges and cut in 1/2 inch slices.

2. 2

   Place orange slices in a large pot and add 1 cup cold water for each whole orange.

3. 3

   Cover and let stand for 24 hours.

4. 4

   After 24 hours bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender.

5. 5

   Add sugar and lemon juice and continue to cook until transparent.

6. 6

   Ladle fruit and syrup in sterilized jars and seal.

7. 7

   NOTE: This recipe card was really old and handwritten- it did not say to process in a water bath- just 'seal'. Also- the sugar/water ratio can be adjusted weaker or stronger depending on your preference.

8. 8

   Modern bottling directions: Fill hot, sterilized jars quickly with the hot mixture, leaving 1/2 inch headspace.

9. 9

   Wipe the sealing surface of the jars with a clean paper towel, dampened with hot water, to remove any syrup or sugar crystals.

10. 10

    Place lids, screw on bands finger-tight and process jars for 10 minutes in boiling water bath.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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