[CHRISTMAS-RECIPE] Almond Crunch (Croccante-- -Italian)

Almond Crunch (Croccante-- -Italian)

MAKES ABOUT 3 DOZEN

Croccante, which means cracklings, is similar to peanut brittle,
except that this sweet confection is made from almonds or hazelnuts.
Croccante is great party food. For gift giving, pile it into a fancy
candy dish or decorative jar.

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

3 cups blanched whole almonds

3 tablespoons water

1&1/2 cups granulated sugar

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Brush a marble slab or cookie sheet with the oil. Place all the
remaining ingredients in a heavy nonstick saucepan and bring to a
boil over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. Cook,
stirring, for about 15 minutes, or until the syrup has turned a deep
caramel color and is very foamy; it should register 300°F on a candy
thermometer.

Immediately pour the mixture out onto the oiled slab or cookie sheet,
spreading it evenly with the spoon. Let cool completely.

Cut the croccante into rough 1-inch pieces with a heavy knife. Store
in airtight jars.

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