Candied Orange Peel (Gluten-Free)

• Cut a 1-inch slice off the top and bottom of each orange, then cut into four vertical segments.
• Remove the insides, including the pith. Slice each segment of peel into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
• Fill a saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add the orange-peel strips and boil for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• In another saucepan, add 3 cups water and the sugar and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Add the orange-peel strips. Reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
• Drain and allow to cool completely.
• Melt the chocolate over a very low heat, stirring constantly.
• Dip half of each orange-peel strip in the chocolate and place on a sheet of parchment paper to allow the chocolate to set.

Makes 4 servings