Sherried Walnuts

* Exported from MasterCook *

SHERRIED WALNUTS

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Gifts

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 c Golden brown sugar (packed)
1/2 c Cream Sherry
2 tb Light corn syrup
1/4 ts Ground nutmeg
1/4 ts Salt
3 c Walnut halves -- toasted

Line 2 cookie sheets with waxed paper. Combine first
5 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Stir over
medium heat until sugar dissolves. Cook without
stirring until clip-on candy thermometer registers 240
degrees F, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add
nuts and stir until syrup begins to look cloudy, about
2 minutes. Divide mixture between cookie sheets.
Working quickly, separate nuts with fork. (Can be made
1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

* Source: Bon Appetit - December 1992
* Typos courtesy of: Karen Mintzias



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