Citrus Salad with Star Anise Syrup

Directions

1. 1.

   Dissolve sugar in water in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring. Add star anise and simmer 5 minutes. Let stand off heat 30 minutes.

2. 2.

   Cut peel, including white pith, from fruit with a sharp knife. Cut segments free from membranes into a bowl. Squeeze juice from membranes into bowl.

3. 3.

   Add syrup with star anise to fruit and juice and stir gently. Remove star anise before serving if desired.