Candied Ginger And Syrup

Method

1. I

   Peel ginger and slice into rounds about 1/8 inch thick.

2. II

   Mix sugar and water in a large sauce pan and bring to boil.

3. III

   When sugar is disolved, add ginger and boil for 45 minutes.

4. IV

   Ginger should be sweet and tender.

5. V

   Drain ginger and reserve liquid.

6. VI

   Place ginger on rack to dry for 30 minutes.

7. VII

   Toss with sugar to coat.

8. VIII

   Let dry on wax paper.

9. IX

   Store in airtight container.

10. X

    Boil reserved liquid until reduced to a syrup with consistency between maple syrup and honey. (mine was that way after the 45 minutes with the ginger in it.

11. XI

    Sugar will crystallize so just add a little water and boil.

12. XII

    Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

13. XIII

    Syrup can be used for waffles, icecream, tea, Or whereever you use syrup.