Cactus Candy - Mammillaria grahamii - Pin Cushion Cactus
· 1 entire cactus plant (approximately 5 pounds)
· 3 tablespoons of quicklime
· 7 pounds of white sugar
· 3 sticks of cinnamon
water
Cut and remove the cactus from its base. Remove the outer spines and skin so only the core remains (think of peeling an apple). Dice the core into cubes approximately 2x2x4 and place in a shallow pan and cover with water.
Mix in the lime with the water and let it set for 24 hours. Remove the cactus pieces and thoroughly rinse with cold water and place into a large pot.
Mix in sugar, cinnamon sticks and a quart of water into the pot and bring to boil.
By: Randall B.