Walnut Rum Crunch 1 1/2
cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 cup dark rum
2 cups walnut halves
Line large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar and rum in medium size heavy
saucepan. Bring to boiling over medium-high heat. Continue cooking
until temperature registers 275 degrees F on a candy thermometer, 15
to 25 minutes (soft crack state - mixture forms pliable strands when
drizzled from a metal spoon into a bowl of cold water).
Stir in walnuts. Quickly pour out onto prepared baking sheet,
spreading out with metal spatula as you pour. Let cool completely.
Break into 2-inch pieces. Store in airtight container in cool, dry
place for up to 2 months. |