3 lb. small chicken wings, about 15
1/2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 tsp. pepper
3/4 c. water
1/3 c. lemon juice
1/4 c. soy sauce

Singe chicken wings, if needed. Cut off tips and discard. Divide each wing in half by cutting through joint with a sharp knife. Place in a single layer on rack in broiler pan. Bake in hot oven (400 degrees) turning once, 30 minutes.

Mix sugar, cornstarch, salt, ginger, and pepper in a small saucepan; stir in water, lemon juice, and soy sauce. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils 3 minutes. Brush part over chicken wings.

Continue baking, turning and brushing several times with remaining lemon mixture, 40 minutes, or until richly glazed. When ready to serve, place in chafing dish, or keep-hot server. Frame with a ring of thin lemon slices, if you wish. Serve hot. Makes 12 servings.