How to Make Candied Ginger - David Lebovitz     The great thing about candying your own ginger is that aside from the fact that you can make it without the aid of the dreaded thermometer, you get plenty of spicy slices from just a pound of ginger. Once candied, it can be stored in its own spicy syrup or drained and tossed in sugar. And if you really want to put it over-the-top, dip pieces halfway in dark chocolate.     http://www.davidlebovitz.com/archives/2008/12/candied_ginger...     tags: ginger