Greek Honey Oranges Recipe

Greek Honey Oranges Recipe

(Portokalia Glyko)

Fruit is a traditional finale to a Greek meal. The sun is so intense in Greece that the sugar in fruits increases in intensity, giving oranges, figs and grapes maximum flavor.

4 oranges (preferably blood oranges, but any variety can be used)
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup Muscat of Samos Greek sweet wine (or any sweet white or red wine)
Juice of 1 lemon (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons honey (preferably Greek)
Dash of cinnamon
Mint sprigs, for garnish

Cut off peel and pith (white outer membrane) from oranges over a bowl to catch any juice. Place the wate, wine, lemon juice, honey and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium-high heat.

Cook, stirring frequently, until the honey dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.