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Hard Candy Recipe Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 c of granulated sugar
2/3 c water
1/4 tsp of cream of tartar
liquid food color ( add drops as needed)
pastry brush
I tsp of candy flavor ( such as anise)
candy thermometer
flexible candy molds
Directions:
Directions:
Combine water, sugar and cream of tartar in saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. When it begins to boil, insert candy thermometer and stop stirring. Continue cooking over high heat, occasionally wipes sides of pan and thermometer with wet pastry brush.
It will take 12-15 minutes for candy to cook, but check thermometer often. When candy thermometer reaches 300 degrees, remove from heat. Let stand for a minute or two until bubbles disappear. Stir in food color and/or flavorings. Then pour into greased molds. Refrigerate or harden at room temperature. Unmold by turning olds upside down and pop out candies by pressing molds lightly with thumb. If you want you can also add a candy stick. ( can be purchased at any craft store) Stick the stick in the candy before it completely hardens.

 

 

 

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