Citrus Topping Recipe

Summary

Health IndexJust EnjoyCuisine
CourseSpeciality
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Oranges2
 Salt2 Teaspoon
 Water1
 Sugar1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs), divided
 Lemon juice1⁄3 Cup (5.33 tbs)
 Vanilla1 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 568 Calories from Fat 6

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 0.67 g1%

Saturated Fat 0.08 g0.4%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 3877.1 mg161.5%

Total Carbohydrates 144 g48.1%

Dietary Fiber 8 g31.8%

Sugars 131.6 g

Protein 3 g5.1%

Vitamin A 14.6% Vitamin C 300.8%

Calcium 14.6% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

With citrus zester or vegetable peeler, remove colored peel, not white pith, from oranges.
Measure 1/3 cup orange peel.
Cut oranges in half.
Squeeze juice from oranges into measuring cup or small bowl.
Measure 1/3 cup orange juice.
Combine orange peel and salt in medium saucepan.
Add enough water to cover.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Boil 2 minutes.
Drain in fine-meshed sieve.
Return orange peel to saucepan.
Add orange juice and 1/4 cup sugar to saucepan.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Add remaining 1/4 cup sugar, lemon juice and vanilla; stir until smooth.
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