Recipe(tried): Home Candied Fruit

Originally posted on the Recipe Link by Sue KS

February 9, 1999

Home Candied Fruit

2 large oranges
1 large lemon

Peel rinds in chunks, simmer 15 minutes, drain. When cool enough to handle scrape off white membrane, cut rinds into thin strips. Set aside in large skillet.

1 large pineapple, cut into 1/2" slices. Peel & core. Simmer 10 minutes, drain, add to skillet.

6 oz. drained maraschino cherries (8 oz jar)
2 cups golden raisins

Add to skillet.

Combine fruits and 1/2 cup water in skillet, sprinkle evenly with 1 cup sugar. Cook & stir often 30 min or until glazed. Let stand in the syrup overnite. Place on a cheesecloth covered rack, cover with more cheesecloth.

Let dry 2 days. Chop. Use or freeze.

Note: I don't use the fresh pineapple, I use a large can of unsweetened sliced pineapple. I don't simmer it before putting it in the skillet.

Good luck. I've make this recipe many times, it's always turned out fine. I also make homemade candied cherries from maraschino cherries, simmer in sugar syrup until slightly transparent.