Ingredients-
3 Mandarin Oranges *see notes, sliced into thin rounds not over 1/8-inch thin. Discard seeds and end cuts.
Large bowl of ice water
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups water
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Extra sugar optional
Instructions
1) Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside.
2) Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil and add orange slices.
3) Boil 1 minute then place in the bowl of ice water until cooled. Drain.
4) In a large skillet over medium heat, bring 2 cups sugar, 2 cups water and 2 tablespoons orange juice just to a boil, and heat until sugar dissolves (stir occasionally).
5) Turn heat to medium-low and place orange slices in the sugar-water in a single layer.
6) Simmer (do not boil) the orange slices 45-60 minutes or until rinds are slightly translucent, turning every 15 minutes.
7) Place orange slices on a cooling rack and allow to cool completely, (1 hour or overnight).
8) If desired, sprinkle extra sugar over candied orange slices if you prefer the slices less sticky.
9 )Use immediately or keep orange slices refrigerated in an airtight container until ready to use.
10) The orange slices can be kept up to 1 month and used as a garnish for many desserts.
11) Reserve orange syrup, in the fridge, for another use being sure to discard after 2 weeks.
8) Enjoy!
Photos where taken with blueberries for aesthetic purposes
by Vennith_Astraea