Orange-Flavored Liqueur

Squeeze juice from the oranges. Reserve the peel from one orange. With a sharp knife scrape the white membrane from the reserved peel and cut the peel into very thin strips. Add enough water to orange juice to make 2 cups.

In a saucepan combine orange juice mixture, orange peel and sugar. Bring to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer over low heat five minutes.

Cool mixture and pour into a large jar. Stir in vodka or rum. Cover with the lid and let stand at room temperature for 3 to 4 weeks. Strain liqueur.

Recipe Source: The Parkersburg News