Pasteli Me Fistikia (Pistachio & Honey Candy)

Directions

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   Karen Mintzias 1 lb Fresh, unsalted pistachios 1 1/4 c Sugar 1 c Honey 1 1/2 c Water Butter or oil Peel and place pistachios on a baking she

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   Remove from the oven and cut into quarters

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   Meanwhile combine the sugar, honey, and water in a heavy pan, and stir over medium heat until dissolved

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   Lower the heat and boil to the very firm stage (250 to 256 degrees), toss in the pistachio nuts and stir, then remove from the heat

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   Butter or oil a marble slab, jelly roll, or any aluminum pan and quickly spread the candy using a spatula or knife

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   Allow to cool, the cut into squares and store in covered containers

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   Author's note: A Greek pastry chef told me that glucose and honey are usually used for this excellent treat

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   From: "The Food of Greece" by Vilma Liacouras Chantiles