Pumpkins aren't just for October. Bring the taste of autumn into your Christmas kitchen with this candied pumpkin recipe that also doubles as a unique present. Packed in a jar with a ribbon or gift bag, it's a charming homemade gift full of natural sweetness and spice.
Mix everything together in a saucepan and leave overnight. By the morning, it will be swimming, so place in a pan over a medium heat and bring to the boil.
Simmer for five minutes, take off the heat and cool. Repeat the process three times so the sugar and flavourings really soak in.
Pour into a colander and pick out the spices and citrus peel and lay out on a sheet of baking parchment on a tray.
Cook at 95degC for three hours or so until they have the texture of Turkish delight.
Sprinkle with sieved icing sugar and toss in a bowl until evenly coated.
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