cashew-cinnamon brittle

Directions

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   Cashew-Cinnamon Brittle Posted by Marla at recipegoldmine.com 12/11/2001 8:32 am vegetable oil 1/2 cup water 2 cups granulated sugar 1/4 tea

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   In a medium-size heavy saucepan, combine the water, sugar, cream of tartar and corn syrup and bring to a boil over medium heat

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   Using a candy thermometer to test it, boil the mixture until it reaches 350 degrees F, or is amber-colored

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   Remove from the heat and, working quickly, whisk in the cinnamon

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   Whisk in the butter, cashews, and baking soda

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   Pour the mixture onto the oiled pan and spread it out a bit with a wooden spoon, to about 1/4 to 1/2-inch thickness

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   Don't spread it too thinly

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   Let harden, uncovered, in a cool place, 30 to 45 minutes