Once you’ve had more than your fair share of smoothies and baked goods, but still need to figure out a way to use the leftover papaya, where do you turn? How about to a candy recipe that’s 25 years old? Jayasree from Experiments in Kaila’s Kitchen tells us the story behind these sweet and tasty Jujups, also known as papaya candy.

Thanks to a suggestion from her Mother in Law, Jayasree decided she wanted to try out something a little different with her leftover papaya. After searching high and low for the recipe, they finally came across the golden piece of paper. How old is it? Jayasree says: “If I hold the sheet in my hand, it will turn into pieces”!

So if you’re looking for something new and old (and even borrowed — as in the recipe) think about making Jujups. In fact, with wedding season right around the corner (many weddings take place during the next few months!), I’d say it’d be a fun idea to serve guests Jujups instead of the candy covered almonds! :)