Lemon sugar

Lemon sugar is a great way to use up lemon rinds and add flavour to your baking, cocktails and desserts. It takes only minutes and each jar will last a couple of months. 

Ingredients

• 2  medium lemons
• 3 cups sugar

Instructions

1. Place sugar in a jar
2. Zest the yellow outer rind (avoiding the white pith) and place in the jar
3. Stir well then leave in a warm, dry place to dry slightly for 30 mins
4. Close and store in the cupboard
5. Shake before use

Variations: use orange of lime zest

This can also be made using orange zest or lime zest, instead of lemon zest, if you’d prefer a different citrus taste. In addition to being mixed into recipes, citrus sugar is also great for making drinks