One thing to remember, if you like using fresh citrus zest: most fruits are transported with a nearly invisible coating of wax. So, in order to get the freshest, most unadulterated zest, it may be advisable to dunk your chosen fruit in boiling water for a few seconds to remove the wax, cool, then zest away...you may be surprised at the magnified potency of your zest. You can often see the film form on the top of the water, as the wax dissolves...

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