Citrus Zest Confit

• 1 grapefruit or 2 limes or 2 lemons or 2

With the paring knife, remove the peel from the fruit. Cut away the white pith from the peel and cut the remaining zest into thin strips. (You can also use a canneleur, a tool that makes nice strips of zest.)

Combine the water and sugar in the small pot and bring to a boil. Add the strips of zest and reduce to a simmer. Loosely cover the pot and let the liquid cook until it is re