Mexican Orange

Vary the types of nuts used and add a mixture of lemon and orange rinds for a completely different treat.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 6

Rind from 2 oranges

1 cup pistachio meats

11⁄2 cups condensed milk

3 cups white granulated sugar

1⁄2 cup butter

  1. Cut the orange rinds into 1⁄4" pieces. Chop the pistachios into small pieces.
  2. Place the milk in the top of a double boiler and heat until scalded—the milk will have a film on top.
  3. Melt 1 cup of the sugar in a large pot on medium-high heat until it is a rich yellow color. Add the hot milk to the sugar. Add the remaining sugar, stir, and cook until it reaches 238°F on a candy thermometer.
  4. Remove from heat. Stir in the rind, butter, and nuts.
  5. Pour into a buttered 7" × 11" pan and place in a cool area until the candy reaches room temperature.