This old-fashioned candied lemon peel can also be used a garnish for other desserts. The sweet-tart taste is delightful.-Betty Slivon, Sun City, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h35m
Yield 1 pound.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, score each lemon, cutting peel into four wedge-shaped sections. Loosen and remove peel with a spoon (save fruit for another use)., Place peel in a large heavy saucepan and cover with cold water., Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Drain and repeat. Cool for 5 minutes. Carefully scrape off excess pulp from peel. Cut the peel into 1/4-in. strips., In another saucepan, combine sugar and water; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Add lemon strips. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat; simmer, uncovered, for 50-60 minutes or until peels are transparent, stirring occasionally., Using a slotted spoon, transfer strips to wire racks placed over a baking pan. Let stand for 1 hour. Sprinkle superfine sugar into an ungreased 15x10x1-in. pan. Sprinkle strips over sugar; toss to coat. Let stand for 8 hours or overnight, tossing occasionally., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip one end of each strip into chocolate mixture; place on waxed paper until set. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.
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