POACHED KUMQUATS

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Categories     Dessert     Poach     Kumquat     Simmer     Boil

Yield makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound kumquats
2 cups water
1 cup sugar
One 1-inch piece of vanilla bean, split lengthwise, seeds scraped into the pan

Steps:

  • Wash and trim off the ends of: 1 pound kumquats.
  • Slice them crosswise into 1/8- to 1/4-inch pinwheels, removing the seeds as you go. Combine in a small saucepan: 2 cups water, 1 cup sugar, One 1-inch piece of vanilla bean, split lengthwise, seeds scraped into the pan.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Adjust the heat to a low simmer and add the sliced kumquats. Let them cook gently until translucent and tender, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let them cool in the poaching syrup.

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