Candied Grapefruit Peel

Directions

1. 1
   Cut grapefruit into large wedges and remove peel.
2. 2
   Cut the peel into long strips about 1/4-inch wide.
3. 3
   Put in a heavy saucepan and cover with boiling water.
4. 4
   Cook at rolling boil for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Drain.
6. 6
   Repeat this boiling process 3 times.
7. 7
   Drain and set aside.
8. 8
   In the same saucepan, combine 3 cups sugar and 2 cups water.
9. 9
   Place over high heat and stir until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil.
10. 10
    Add the drained peels.
11. 11
    Stir and reduce heat to a gentle boil.
12. 12
    Cover partially, stirring occasionally, for an hour or until most liquid has been absorbed and peel is transparent.
13. 13
    Remove from heat.
14. 14
    Cover a large work area with wax paper.
15. 15
    Pour a cup of remaining sugar on wax paper. Roll the candied peel in sugar.
16. 16
    Shake off excess sugar and set on side to dry for 2 hours.
17. 17
    Store in airtight containers or jars.