Palanquetas

1. 1

   Line a baking sheet with a nonstick mat or grease it, and lightly grease an offset metal spatula (so that the brittle will be easier to spread).

2. 2

   Combine the sugar, water, corn syrup, and butter in a heavy pot over medium heat and cook, stirring, until it starts to boil.

3. 3

   Add the nuts (pumpkin seeds will pop) and continue cooking until you obtain a golden caramel color.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and add the baking soda and salt.

5. 5

   Stir rapidly, being careful not to burn yourself from the steam, and then pour onto the prepared pan.

6. 6

   Spread rapidly to your desired thickness.

7. 7

   Let cool, and then break apart with your hands if it is thin or cut with an oiled knife into desired shapes.

8. 8

   (If you choose to cut the brittle into shapes, do so while it is cooling but still somewhat warm.

9. 9

   Once the brittle is completely cool it will break.)

10. 10

    These can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry area.

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    Use pieces of parchment paper between them so they dont stick to eack other.

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    They will keep for a few weeks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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