Orangery reminded. From St. Nicks Tangerine to Grandma Ella’s Orange Marmalade
As the tradition goes, St. Nick visits during the night, leaving a Tangerine in the shoes of c, a small but sweet symbol of generosity. the bright citrus fruit , often nestled among stockings or tucked inside boots, is a reminder of the simple joys of the season. The holiday custom passed down through through generations , evokes the warmth of the winter mornings and discoveries of small treasures
One Crisp winter morning, we set out for a walk through the Denver Botanical Gardens’ Orangery, a serene escape from the day to day. The air, tingled with the scent of the citrus trees laden with fruit, the bright colors inviting a closer look. It is here, among the fragrant trees that the memory of Great Grandam Ella’s Orange Marmalade was Reminded.
From St. Nick’s tangerine to the creation of Ma’s Marmalade, the connection between the seasons and family is the thread that ties us together. Just as the marmalade sweetens toast, so do small traditions.
Ma’s Marmalade
Equipment
- 10, 8-ounce jars
- funnel
- tongs
- Pot to cook
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Oranges
- 1 Lemon zested
- 6 cups water
- 3 pounds sugar plus 12 ounces
Instructions
- Wash the oranges and lemon thoroughly.
- Cut the oranges into 1/8-inch slices, removing the seeds.
- Cut the Oranges into quarters.
- Place the oranges into an 8-quart stainless steel pot. Add the lemon zest and juice and the water to the pot, set over high heat and bring to a boil, [#10 minutes}.
- Once brought to the boil, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 40 minutes. Do Not allow to Burn.
- Add the sugar and stir the mixture continually, until it reaches 222F
- Sterilize the jars in boiling water.
- when the marmalade nape's a plate – and holds a line, it is ready.
- fill the jars with marmalade, top the jars.
- return the filled jars to the pot with boiling water. Do not let the jar bottoms touch the bottom of the pan.
- Simmer for another 10 minutes. Remove and sit at room temperature.
- unopened – lasts for 6 months.