Candied Orange Peel

Cut oranges lengthwise and remove pulp.

Place the rinds in a strong solution of salt and hard water and let stand for six days.

Boil the rinds in a large quantity of water until tender.

Drain the rinds in a sieve.

Make a thin syrup of fine loaf sugar, one pound to a quart of water.

Put the rinds in the thin syrup and boil for half an hour, or until they look clear.

Prepare a thick syrup of fine loaf sugar with enough water to dissolve it.

Put the rinds in the thick syrup and boil slowly until the syrup candies the rinds.

Remove the rinds, grate sugar over them, drain until well dried before the fire, and store in a dry place.