It's feeling a lot more like Christmas around here now that we have a little snow! I've been busy shopping, wrapping and making homemade treats for friends and family
(and some for us too!).
One of the things I made this year is my sister's wonderful English Toffee. She keeps her secret recipe quite guarded but she allowed me to share it with all of you.
I don't usually share recipes on my blog
so bear with me and I hope I get all the information correct! In my opinion the reason this English Toffee is soooooo delicious is the Dark Corn Syrup.
I have tried other recipes and they don't even come close!
Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
1 cup butter
1 cup chocolate chips (I like Ghirardelli for this recipe)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions:
Line a cookie sheet with Parchment paper
Melt butter in a 2qt. sauce pan and add sugar and corn syrup.
Cook over a low heat stirring occasionally, but keep a close eye on it, stirring is very important.
It will take about 25-30 minutes to cook.
Using a candy thermometer is key!
Keep stirring until it reaches a 300 degrees or a Hard Crack (we call it the crack cocaine stage because everyone is standing around waiting for it to get done like addicts)
It will look blobby and uneven.
Wait 4-5 minutes and spread it around with a rubber spatula. Sprinkle the nuts onto the melted chocolate and I like to push them in a little to make sure they are set in there.
This is far and away the best gift to give to friends, family and co-workers.
I have already made at least 6 batches and given it away to people in Mr. Beaux's office and some friends.
The reviews have been Stellar!
Thank you Candi for letting me share this recipe!
And Thank You Miss Beaux for being my loyal assistant and taking pictures!
Until Next Time,
Beaux R'eves
XO Cindy
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