Oranges with fragrant syrup
Serving Size - 6
Prepared By - Sheri
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6 large oranges
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup water
1 cinnamon stick,
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons orange-flower water

Using a vegetable peeler remove the zest from the oranges. Cut away all traces of the bitter white pith. Cut the orange zest into thin, narrow strips. Separate the oranges into segments by carefully cutting between the membranes with a sharp knife. Put the segments into a bowl, cover and refrigerate. Bring a saucepan three-fourths full of water to a boil. Add the orange zest and boil for 3-5 minutes. Drain and refresh in cold water. Drain again and set aside. In a saucepan combine the sugar, the water, cinnamon stick and honey and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook briskly until a very thick syrup forms, about 230 degree's on a candy thermometer. Remove from the heat. Remove and discard the cinnamon stick. Stir in the reserved orange zest and the orange-flower water. Pour the syrup over the orange segments, re-cover and chill for about 4 hours. To serve, transfer to individual plates. Spoon the syrup with the zest over the top.