This section is from the book "Around-The-World Cook Book", by Mary Louise Barroll. Also available from Amazon: Around-the-world cook book.
Oranges, 12, Lemons, 5, Sugar.
Slice the oranges and lemons very thin, and cover with 8 quarts of cold water. Let it stand for 24 hours.
Cook for 1 hour after the boiling-point has been reached, stirring constantly, and then put away for another 24 hours. Measure 1 cupful of sugar to each cupful of the orange mix ture, and then cook for another hour.
Put into jelly glasses, or pint jars. This receipt makes 2 dozen glasses.
 
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