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Line a baking tray with aluminium foil, or use a heatproof glass tray.
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Spray with non-stick baking spray.
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Find yourself a decent accomplice.
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Underachieving ex-students are a good choice, though psychologically fragile.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the water, corn syrup and sugar.
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Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then turn up the heat to bring to a boil.
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Stop stirring and insert the thermometer and use a pastry brush dipped in water to wet the sides of the pan (this will prevent crystals forming).
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Cook the mixture until the temperature reaches 285F/140C.
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Immediately remove the pan from the heat and take out the thermometer.
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Let the mixture stand until all the bubbles have stopped forming on the surface.
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Add a few drops of peppermint flavouring and enough blue colour to give the correct Blue Meth hue.
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Quickly pour the mixture onto the baking tray, lifting the tray from side to side to spread the mix.
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Dont worry if its not perfectly smooth or has holes in it.
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Let the candy cool to room temperature.
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Once the candy has cooled, use a hammer to break it up.
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Put into little plastic baggies or serve as is, whichever your clients prefer.
