Clementine Preserve

Preparation

1. Step 1

   This must be done with the very tiny clementines. Wash them well and cover with cold water overnight to get rid of some of the bitterness of the skin.

   Step 2

   Make a syrup by boiling 4 1/2 cups of water and 2 pounds of sugar.

   Step 3

   Drain the fruit and prick each one all over with a needle. Drop them into the syrup and simmer for about an hour. Lift them out with a slotted spoon, and transfer to a clean glass jar.

   Step 4

   Reduce the syrup very much, until it is thick enough to coat a spoon, and pour it over the fruit. Let it cool before closing the jar tightly.