Crystal Rock Candy

* Exported from MasterCook *

Crystal Rock Candy

Recipe By : Lisa Lepsy
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Candies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups water
6 cups sugar
3 6" lengths of string
food coloring
flavoring

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and add 3 cups of the
sugar stirring till dissolved. Slowly add the remaining sugar, reheating the
water if necessary. When all the sugar is dissolved, pour the mixture into 3
heat proof jars or glasses. Stir 3 drops of liquid food coloring and 1/2
teaspoon of flavoring into each jar. Tie each length of string around a
pencil. Lay on top of the jars (1 string per jar) so that the strings hang in
the liquid. Crystals will begin to form in 1 hour, and continue to solidify
for several days. If a layer forms on the surface of the jar break it. When
the liquid completely evaporates, the candy is ready.

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NOTES : I use pint size canning jars. Use the flavors you like, most grocery
stores carry candy flavorings. Use the food color you desire as well.