Bitter Orange and Honey Puddings

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the Seville oranges thoroughly. Zest one orange and then juice all three. Set aside the juice and zest.

   ~10 min
2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup of the water until smooth. This prevents lumps.

   ~2 min
3. 3

   Add the remaining water, Seville orange juice, honey, reserved zest, and a pinch of salt to the saucepan. Stir well.

   ~1 min
4. 4

   Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until it thickens and comes to a gentle boil. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Continue to cook for another minute after it thickens.

   ~8 min
5. 5

   Pour the pudding mixture into 6 ramekins.

   ~2 min
6. 6

   Allow the puddings to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes, then cover with plastic wrap (pressing it gently onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming) and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until well chilled.

   ~120 min