This pudding offers you a chance to add a touch of sunshine to a meal served before Spring has arrived. The oranges on sale in Eynsham at the moment (Co-op, Spar and the Market Garden) are big, fat juicy fruits that cry out to be enjoyed.
To serve 4 people you will need:
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4 fresh oranges
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200g caster sugar
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125ml cold water
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125 ml hot water.
Method:
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Using a sharp knife remove the pith and peel from four oranges. (If you haven’t got a sharp knife, you can get your blunt knives sharpened at the Evenlode DIY at very little cost).
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Finely shred the peel from one of the oranges and set aside and cut the oranges into 5 or six thin slices.
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Place water and sugar in heavy-bottom pan and bring to the boil and leave to boil until it has turned a deep amber colour. DO NOT STIR!
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Carefully carry the pan to the sink, having covered your hands with a tea towel to protect them from hot spluttering liquid, then gently add the hot water.
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Stir in the thin shreds of peel.
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When the caramel syrup has cooled pour over the orange slices and serve the dish chilled with yoghurt or cream, having allowed the orange slices soak in the syrup for at least a couple of hours.
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A drop of Grand Marnier added to the syrup will enhance the flavour further.