Oranges in caramel recipe
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Although a fairly economical dessert to prepare, Oranges in caramel always look impressive. For added effect the orange slices can be re-assembled in the shape of the orange, securing with cocktail sticks. Serve with fresh pouring cream.
ingredients
8 juicy oranges
225 g (1/2 lb) sugar
300 ml (1/2 pint) water
225 g (1/2 lb) sugar
300 ml (1/2 pint) water
method
1. Remove the outer rind from two of the oranges with a sharp knife and cut into thin matchstick strips. Put in a small pan of water, bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Set aside.
3. Remove the peel and pith from the oranges and slice into rounds. Discard any pips. Put in a large glass serving bowl and set aside.
4. Put the sugar and half the water in a saucepan and let the sugar dissolve slowly over gentle heat. When dissolved, increase the heat and boil until the syrup turns a rich brown, caramel colour.
5. Remove the pan from the heat and immediately pour in the remaining water, being careful to avoid any splashing of hot caramel.
6. Return the pan to the heat and dissolve the caramel over very gentle heat. Remove from the heat and leave to cool before pouring over the oranges.
7. Sprinkle with the orange rind and chill in the refrigerator before serving.
2. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Set aside.
3. Remove the peel and pith from the oranges and slice into rounds. Discard any pips. Put in a large glass serving bowl and set aside.
4. Put the sugar and half the water in a saucepan and let the sugar dissolve slowly over gentle heat. When dissolved, increase the heat and boil until the syrup turns a rich brown, caramel colour.
5. Remove the pan from the heat and immediately pour in the remaining water, being careful to avoid any splashing of hot caramel.
6. Return the pan to the heat and dissolve the caramel over very gentle heat. Remove from the heat and leave to cool before pouring over the oranges.
7. Sprinkle with the orange rind and chill in the refrigerator before serving.
serving amount
serves 4
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