Candied Orange Peel

Ingredients

• 2 oranges, preferably organic
• 2 cups water
• 4 cups sugar, plus more to finish
• ½ tsp Amoretti® Almond O.S. Extract

Directions

1. Cut off the tops and bottoms of the oranges.
2. Slice into the oranges from top to bottom, just enough to remove the peel.
3. Remove the peel and scrape off some of the white pith.
4. Cut peel in ¼” wide strips.
5. Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil.
6. Add the orange peel strips and boil for 8-10 minutes.
7. Drain, rinse, and repeat two more times, using fresh water each time.
8. Fill the pot with 3 cups water and 4 cups sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar as the water heats.
9. Once the water comes to a boil, add the drained and rinsed peels.
10. Reduce the temperature to a low simmer and cook for 45 minutes.
11. Add Almond Extract and continue simmering on low for another 10 minutes.
12. Drain the peels and lay them on a parchment-lined sheet pan to cool for 30 minutes.
13. Sprinkle sugar generously over the peels and cover with a paper towel.
14. Let the peels dry at room temperature for 1-2 days.
15. Once they are completely dried, keep in an air-tight container.

• These make an excellent gift, especially when dipped in chocolate!