Candied Orange Peels

I am in a quest for a cheaper alternative to godiva's chocolate dipped candied orange peels. I like the candied orange as much as the chocolate so it is a bit expensive to be paying godiva prices when I can be just as happy with the candied orange which is usually 1/2 or even 3/4 th of the "dipped" strip. One day maybe I'll learn how to make chocolate :) but in the mean time candied peels will do. Really necessity is the mother of inventions .. less monies = need to be creative

Candied Orange Peels
INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

* 1 cup orange peel, cut into strips
* 1/2 cup white sugar
* 1/4 cup water

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DIRECTIONS

1. Place peel strips in large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes longer. Drain. Repeat this process two more times.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat sugar and 1/4 cup water over high heat until boiling. Place peel in sugar mixture, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes, until sugar is dissolved. Remove peel with slotted spoon and dry on wire rack overnight. Store in airtight container.