Rock Candy

1. 1

   Put first 4 ingredients into a 4-quart saucepan and stir to dissolve sugar.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil on high.

3. 3

   Put candy thermometer into mixture, reduce temperature to medium-high and cook until 300u00b0 registers on the thermometer.

4. 4

   Remove from heat; add flavoring and food color.

5. 5

   Stir to distribute color.* Have prepared a jelly roll type pan (with sides).

6. 6

   Pour onto powdered sugar that has been sifted over the bottom of pan.

7. 7

   Allow to cool slightly and, with scissors, cut pieces into a bowl of powdered sugar.

8. 8

   When cool, remove excess sugar from candy and store.

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