Barley Sugar Recipe

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   This is an ancient sweet originally made from warm sugar syrup and an extract of barley to colour it.

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   Gently cook the barley in the water for 5 hrs.

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   Strain the jelly-like liquid and return it to the pan.

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   Add in the sugar, stir over a gentle heat till dissolved.

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   Boil the mix till it just reaches the hard crack stage, 150 C (300 F).

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   Pour the mix over an oiled marble slab.

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   As soon as the mix begins to cold, cut it into long strips and twist them.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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