Candied Lemon Zest

From EatingWell: November 1997, The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)

A beautiful—and edible—garnish.

Makes: About 1/3 cup

Active Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Profile

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Ingredients

1 lemon
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water

Try this recipe with:

Lemon Chiffon Pie

Preparation

With a vegetable peeler, remove long strips of zest (without pith) from lemon; cut into julienne strips. Place in a small saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 7 minutes; drain.
Return the strips to the pan and add sugar and 1/2 cup water; return to a simmer. Cook over low heat until the zest is translucent and the syrup is slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer the zest to wax paper with a slotted spoon; let cool.

Tips & Notes

Make Ahead Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon: 75 calories; 0 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber; 2 mg sodium; 17 mg potassium.

Carbohydrate Servings: 1

Exchanges: 1 other carbohydrate

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