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Almond Brittle
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Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 1 | cup | Almonds » whole, shelled |
Almonds
Almonds, resembling small green peaches on trees, have a unique growth process. Unlike most nuts, they don't fall to the ground when mature. Instead, their hulls split open, allowing the shells and kernels
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| 1/2 | cup | Water |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing the overall texture
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| 1/2 | cup | Sugar |
Sugar
Sugar is a sweet substance that comes from plants like sugarcane and sugar beets. It's used to add sweetness to food and drinks, like coffee, tea, and desserts.
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| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Minutes | 30 Minutes | 50 minutes |
Directions:
1. Combine almonds, sugar and water in a heavy skillet.
2. Place over medium heat and stir constantly.
3. After about 5 minutes, the sugar will crystallize and stick to the almonds.
4. Keep cooking and stirring until the sugar liquefies, making the almonds shiny.
5. Pour onto a large baking sheet and quickly separate the almonds as much as possible with a pair of forks which have been dipped in oil.
6. When the nuts are cold, store in a jar with a tight fitting lid.
7. Be sure to label and date the jar.
Submitted by Karen M. | March 24th, 2024 See all of Karen M.'s Recipes.
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