Candied Citrus Peel - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. orange and/or grapefruit rinds
1 1/2 c. cold water
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. water
powdered sugar **

Preparation

Recipe can be doubled,
tripled, etc.,
depending on how much rind you have.
Grate rind slightly to release oil from cells. Cut into thin strips and place in heavy pan.
Cover fruit the 1 1/2 cups water.
Bring slowly to the boiling point.
Simmer ten minutes or longer to remove bitter taste.
Drain and repeat this process at least three times, draining well after each time.