**I might try this: Watermelon Rind Candy Ingredients: - 4 cups watermelon rind, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes - 2 cups water - 2 cups granulated sugar Instructions: 1. **Prepare the Watermelon Rind:** - Peel the green outer skin from the watermelon rind and remove any pink flesh. - Cut the peeled rind into 1-inch cubes. 2. **Cook the Rind:** - In a large saucepan, combine the watermelon rind and water. - Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer until the rind becomes tender, about 10-15 minutes. - Drain the rind and set aside. 3. **Make the Syrup:** - In the same saucepan, combine the granulated sugar with 1 cup of water (use more if needed to cover the rind completely). - Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. - Add the cooked watermelon rind to the syrup. 4. **Candy the Rind:** - Reduce the heat to low and simmer the rind in the syrup until it becomes translucent and the syrup thickens, about 1 hour. - Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and to prevent sticking. 5. **Dry the Candy:** - Using a slotted spoon, remove the candied rind from the syrup and place it on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to catch any drips. - Allow the candy to dry at room temperature for several hours or overnight. 6. **Optional: Coat with Sugar:** - Once the rind is dry, you can roll the pieces in additional granulated sugar for a crystallized effect. 7. **Store the Candy:** - Store the watermelon rind candy in an airtight container at room temperature. Enjoy your sweet and unique Watermelon Rind Candy!

Posted by KarolM at 2024-07-22 15:20:47 UTC