Name: Candied Carrot Curls
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 3/4 hr
Yield: Makes about 15 garnishes
Ingredients: 1 large carrot (preferably fat) or 2 medium; 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; Equipment: a sharp vegetable peeler; a 16- by 11-inch nonstick bakeware liner such as Silpat; 16- by 11-inch nonstick bakeware liner such as Silpat

These sweet ribbons are the perfect way to turn carrot cupcakes into edible presents.

Cooks' note:

Carrot curls can be made 5 days ahead and cooled completely, then kept in an airtight container at room temperature. Recrisp in a 250°F oven 10 minutes.

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