Candied Orange Slices Dipped In Chocolate
Someone gave us a gift of these delicious orange slices. These tangy oranges and creamy chocolate are an unbeatable combination. They look fancy and colorful, and are easy to make. A christmas favorite. These do take a while to make but are well worth it. The orange slices are delicious even without the chocolate. Drying time not included in time. Note: when cooking the orange slices do-not stir. If someone is helping you make sure they do not stir just them push down on the orange slices as recipe says. :) i cut the slices in half again after cooking.
Steps
Cut the oranges in half lengthwise , with the cut side down slice the oranges crosswise into 1 / 4-inch slices , , discard the ends.
In a 10-inch saute pan combine the water and the 3 1 / 2 cups of sugar , stir to blend , then bring to a boil over medium heat.
Add the orange slices , separating them , and simmer them gently for 1 hour uncovered.
Peroidically dunk any floating slices.
Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
Remove the orange slices , with a slotted spoon and transfer to a cooling rack set over a baking sheet to let drain and dry for 24 hours.
After drying the slices , toss them in the granulated sugar and reserve them , do not stack them as they will stick together.
While you are coating the orange slices with the sugar , have the chocolate melting slowly in the top of a double boiler over 120 degree water: chocolate can be melted in the microwave.
When all the chocolate is melted and creamy and registers 100 degrees on an instant themometer , remove th.
Ingredients
valencia oranges, water, granulated sugar, semisweet chocolate