Recipe of Sugared Nuts - Food Recipes

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SUGARED NUTS

Recipe By : Elaine Bethard
Serving Size : 1
Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : snacks

Ingredients - Preparation Method:

2 cups light brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup sour cream 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 cup pecans 2 cups walnuts 1 cup unblanched almonds combine sugars and sour cream in a large sauce pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugarsmelt. Continue cooking without stirring (it will turn sugar if stirred) Let it reach 238 degrees on candy thermometer (or until a little dropped into cold water until makes small ball) Remove from heat. Stir softly until all meats are covered. Spread on wax paper until dry. With a fork seperate meats. Makes about 3 pounds. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES : This is a family favorite. Here is a tip-do this on a clear day. (not rainy or muggy day) I place in a small jar and finish with ribbon. Makes good gifts.