Candied Tangerines

Directions

1. 1
   Slice the vanilla bean in half lengthwise, and use a paring knife to scrape the seeds and pulp into a medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Add the vanilla pod, the sugar, and the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, remove all the white veins, or pith, from the tangerine segments.
4. 4
   Turn the heat down to low and add the tangerines to the syrup.
5. 5
   Simmer the fruit 3 to 5 minutes, until the tangerines look a little puffy and shiny.
6. 6
   Strain the mixture over a bowl and discard the vanilla pod.
7. 7
   Return the liquid to the pan and reduce over medium-high heat until its slightly thickened and coats the back of a spoon.
8. 8
   Allow the syrup to cool completely and gently stir in the tangerines.