Candied Kumquats

Description
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Farrell Estate in Arlington, Texas in 1988.
 * Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group

Ingredients

 * 1 cup granulated sugar
 * ½ pound kumquats

Directions

 * 1) In medium saucepan bring sugar and 2 cups water to a boil.
 * 2) Stir constantly until sugar is dissolved.
 * 3) Add kumquats then cover with a piece of parchment paper and small plate.
 * 4) Simmer over low heat until kumquats are translucent about 25 minutes.
 * 5) Drain fruit and reserve the syrup.
 * 6) Serve with cheese or ice cream.