OLD-FASHIONED TOFFEE

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Yield 2 pounds candy

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) chopped walnuts or pecans
2 sticks (1 cup) butter
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
4 cubes (8 ounces) chocolate almond bark (or chocolate chips)

Steps:

Spread nuts in a buttered 9x13-inch pan. Set aside. Combine butter and brown sugar in a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 2 minutes at HIGH (100%). Stir until butter and brown sugar are completely dissolved. Microwave again for 7-9 minutes at MEDIUM-HIGH (70%), until mixture reaches 290° (soft crack stage), stirring two times (with a clean spoon each time). Pour syrup mixture over nuts. Microwave almond bark or chips in a 1-quart microwave-safe bowl for 2-3 minutes at MEDIUM-HIGH (70%). Stir. Spread over toffee. Cool and enjoy!

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