Caramel Lady Apples And Seckel Pears Recipe

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   Insert a licorice stick or possibly bamboo skewer into the stem end of each apple and pear.

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   Reserve.

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   In a medium heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, lemon juice, lemon peel and vanilla extract.

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   Cook, stirring, till the sugar melts.

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   Increase the heat to high and cook till the mix is golden brown amber in color.

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   (Don't stir the mix once you have stirred the mix.)

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   Remove the caramel from the heat.

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   One at a time, dip the apples and pears in the caramel, twirling and swirling them to coat completely.

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   Transfer the coated fruit to a wire rack and let the caramel harden, about 10 to 15 min.

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    Continue dipping the apples and pears till all have been coated with the caramel.

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    Store the caramel apples in pears in a cold, dry place (not the refrigerator), wrapped in cellophane if you like, till ready to serve up to 2 days.

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    Fat;

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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