Carrot Cookies

Description
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Ingredients

 * 1 lb Carrots; peeled, cut in 1/2" chunks
 * 1 c Sugar, plus more for sprinkling
 * 2/3 c Fresh orange juice
 * 1/4 c Fresh lemon juice
 * 2 ts Ground ginger
 * 1/2 ts Ground cinnamon

Directions

 * In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan,

combine carrots and l/2 cup water.


 * Bring to a simmer over low heat; cover

and cook slowly until soft,about 30 minutes.


 * With a potato masher, mash the carrots

and any remaining liquid.

Stir in sugar, orange juice and lemon juice.


 * Return to a simmer over low heat and cook,

stirring constantly, until a thick paste forms

50 to 60 minutes.


 * Stir in ginger and cinnamon.

Let stand until cool enough to handle.


 * Sprinkle a small cutting board and

rolling pin with water.


 * Turn carrot mixture onto the board and

roll into a l/2" thick rectangle.


 * Sprinkle generously with sugar.


 * Let stand, covered with cheesecloth or a towel,

for one day, until the top feels dry.


 * Cut into 1" wide strips.

Turn and sprinkle the other side of the

strips generously with sugar.

Let stand, covered with cheesecloth or a towel,

for another day.

Turn the strips daily, until the candy is dry

up to 4 days. After the strips feel crisp,

cut into 1" diameter squares.

Sprinkle again with sugar.


 * Store in an airtight container

for up to 1 month.