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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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Fill up a tray or tin with this traditional candy topped with chocolate and nuts. It really says âChristmasâ in a yummy way. Ingredients:
1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided |
2 cups chopped pecans, toasted, divided |
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar |
2 tablespoons water |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped |
Directions:
1. Line a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan with foil; grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter. Sprinkle 1 cup pecans into prepared pan; set aside.
2. In a small heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water and the remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 290° (soft-crack stage). Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape sides of saucepan).
3. Sprinkle with chocolate; spread with a knife when melted. Sprinkle with the remaining pecans. Let stand until set, about 1 hour. Break into pieces. Yield: 1 pound.
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