Boiling orange peels

    Directions
    1.Place orange peels in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 20 minutes, drain and set aside.
    2.In medium saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil and cook until mixture reaches thread stage, 230 degrees F (108 degrees C) on candy thermometer, or small amount dropped in cold water forms a soft thread. Stir in peel, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Drain.
    3.Roll peel pieces, a few at a time, in remaining sugar. Let dry on wire rack several hours. Store in airtight container.

    Comments and faves

    1. δαωη (18 months ago | reply)

      Thanks, I'm definately gonna try this. :)

    2. alexxsummers (14 months ago | reply)

      nice...heard if u let the orange peels sit in vinegar for a few days (hmm...or was it a week?), makes a great "all natural" cleaner for your house (in place of chemical filled cleaners).

    3. Mooch81 (12 months ago | reply)

      And what is happening in this pic??? Need to know...

    4. msfelicia77 and cσcσ added this photo to their favorites.

    5. CarolinaAlli1 (9 months ago | reply)

      how many oranges did you use?

    6. AnnnMarie (8 months ago | reply)

      I was making candied orange peels

    7. bewitched1127 (8 months ago | reply)

      Love the idea can not wait to try it thanks for sharing

    8. kdeweese3j (8 months ago | reply)

      Do u add water too?

    9. AnnnMarie (8 months ago | reply)

      You have to boil and blanch them 3 times. ( in water ) Look for a recipe on line.

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