Bitter Orange Marmalade with Aperol

A tangy breakfast spread with balanced bitterness from Aperol, perfect for toast or scones.

Cuisine: British

Category: Breakfast

Prep: 30 minutes. Cook: 60 minutes.

Serves 12.

Ingredients

• 4 medium Seville orange
• 2 cups Water
• 1.5 cups Sugar
• 2 tbsp Aperol
• 1 Lemon

Instructions

1. Step 1: Peel and section Seville oranges, removing all pith, then cut into 1/4-inch slices and place in a saucepan with 2 cups water.
2. Step 2: Simmer uncovered over medium heat for 30 minutes until oranges are very tender.
3. Step 3: Add 1.5 cups sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice, stirring until dissolved, then bring to a rolling boil.
4. Step 4: Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp Aperol and 1 tsp lemon zest, then cool to room temperature before transferring to a sterilized jar.