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📝 Description
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🥘 Ingredients
Oranges; to every lb. of juice and pulp allow 2 lbs. of loaf sugar; to every pint of water 1/2 lb. of loaf sugar.
👨🍳 Method
Wholly grate or peel the oranges, taking off only the thin outside portion of the rind. Make a small incision where the stalk is taken out, squeeze out as much of the juice as can be obtained, and preserve it in a basin with the pulp that accompanies it. Put the oranges into cold water; let them stand for 3 days, changing the water twice; then boil them in fresh water till they are very tender, and put them to drain. Make a syrup with the above proportion of sugar and water, sufficient to cover the oranges; let them stand in it for 2 or 3 days; then drain them well. Weigh the juice and pulp, allow double their weight of sugar, and boil them together until the scum ceases to rise, which must all be carefully removed; put in the oranges, boil them for 10 minutes, place them in jars, pour over them the syrup, and, when cold, cover down. They will be fit for use in a week.
📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.
⭐ Reader Reviews
Honest opinions from readers who have explored this book.
I tried my hand at preserving oranges this week, a technique that's far more engaging than simply zesting and discarding. The process began with a peculiar step: soaking the whole oranges in cold water for three days, changing the water twice. I found this surprisingly effective; the oranges emerged astonishingly clean and free of bitterness. It was a delightful revelation, a testament to the wisdom of vintage recipes. This preserved orange recipe is perfect for the home enthusiast with a penchant for kitchen craft. The end result is a beautifully candied peel and a intensely flavorful syrup, both of which can be used in a variety of modern applications, from cocktail garnishes to elaborate desserts. The effort is well-rewarded with a delightful, tangy syrup and a sweet, pliable rind. Store it in the fridge, and you'll have a unique, homemade treat ready to impress.
