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Turkish Delight Recipe

The candy treat called Turkish Delight was popularized for American audiences in the Chronicles of Narnia books and movies, and it's still enjoyed around the world. Try making this Turkish Delight recipe in your own kitchen, and don't forget to share some with the kids!

Ingredients:

2 cups granulated sugar

1 1/4 cups water

1 lemon, the peel cut into strips, the juice squeezed and strained

1 orange, the peel cut into strips, the juice squeezed and strained

4 tablespoons unflavored powdered gelatin

2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

How to make Turkish Delight:

Dissolve the granulated sugar in half of the water over medium heat.
Add the strips of lemon and orange peel and the juices.
Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
Soak the gelatin in the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes.
Strain the mixture into a shallow, dampened pan or onto platters, and let it set for 24 hours.
Cut the Turkish Delight candy into 1-inch squares.
Sift the confectioners's sugar and cornstarch together into a shallow dish.
Roll the pieces of Turkish Delight candy in the mixture.
Store the Turkish Delight squares in boxes with more confectioners' sugar and cornstarch between each layer.

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