English Toffee

1. 1

   Spread half the ground nuts in a thin, even layer over the bottom of a large ungreased baking sheet.

2. 2

   Spread half the chocolate over the nuts.

3. 3

   Combine sugar, butter, corn syrup, chopped walnuts and water in a heavy saucepan; place over medium heat.

4. 4

   Cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until a candy thermometer reads 280 degrees.

5. 5

   Remove from heat, allow to stand a few minutes longer until thermometer reads 285 degrees.

6. 6

   Pour the hot mixture over the nut and chocolate layers.

7. 7

   Allow to cool for 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Sprinkle remaining chocolate evenly over the cooling syrup, then sprinkle on the remaining ground nuts.

9. 9

   Let stand in a cool place (preferably not the kitchen) for at least five hours.

10. 10

    Break or cut into bite-size pieces.

11. 11

    If the chocolate has not hardened thoroughly, place the candies in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes.

12. 12

    Store in a covered container or in glass jars or decorated tins.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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