CANDIED ORANGE ZEST FOR ORANGE CHIFFON CAKE

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This intensely citrusy garnish for Orange Chiffon Cake is very easy to make.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 3

Zest of 1 orange
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Using a vegetable peeler, remove zest of orange in long strips; thinly slice lengthwise. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water; bring to a boil over high. Add zest, and reduce heat to medium. Cook until zest is softened, about 15 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer zest to a baking sheet lined with waxed paper; let cool. Toss zest with 2 tablespoons sugar. Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 day.

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