Dessert Recipes - Oranges in Minted Syrup Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 oranges

• 150 g/5 oz/2/3 cup granulated sugar

• 300 ml/1 1/4 cups water

• 2 large mint sprigs

• Shortbread Triangles, to serve

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Method:

1. Thinly pare the rind off two of the oranges. Cut into thin strips and reserve.

2. Discard all the pith from the pared oranges and the rind and pith from the other two.

3. Put the sugar and water in a saucepan with the mint. Heat gently, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved.

4. Add the oranges and the thin strips of rind. Cover and poach gently for 5 minutes. Remove the mint.

5. Transfer to serving dishes and serve hot with Shortbread Triangles.