Title: Papaya in cinnamon syrup
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      Yield: 4 Servings
 
      2 c  Sugar
      1    Cinnamon stick
  3 1/2 lb Firm papayas, peeled, seeded
           And cut lengthwise into
    1/2    -inch
           Thick strips
 
  In a heavy 3 quart saucepan spread 2/3 cup of the sugar, add the
  cinnamon stick, and top the sugar with 1/2 the papaya strips.
  Sprinkle 2/3 cup of the remaining sugar on top, add the remaining
  papaya strips, and top the strips with the remaining 2/3 cup sugar.
  Cook the mixture, covered, over moderately low heat, shaking the pan
  occasionally (do not stir), for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the sugar
  is dissolved completely. Simmer the papaya strips, uncovered, for 10
  minutes, or until they begin to appear translucent. Let the mixture
  cool, then cover and chill overnight. The papaya in cinnamon syrup
  keeps, covered and chilled, for 1 month.
  
  Yield: about 5 cups