mexican orange candy

Directions

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   Mexican Orange Candy This is a Christmas specialty

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   1 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups milk 2 cups granulated sugar Grated rind of 2 oranges Pinch of salt 1/2 cup butter 1 cup nuts Melt the fir

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   When the sugar is melted (stir continually and watch to keep from scorching), add the hot milk, all at once, stirring

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   Add the other two cups of sugar to this mixture

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   This will cause a hard ball in the mixture, but keep stirring until dissolved

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   Cook until it forms a hard ball in water or use a candy thermometer

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   Just before it is done, add grated orange rind, salt, butter and nuts

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   Remove from heat and beat until creamy