SHERRIED WALNUTS

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Categories     Cocktail Party     Walnut     Sherry     Edible Gift     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups packed golden brown sugar
1/2 cup cream Sherry
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups walnut halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Line 2 cookie sheets with waxed paper. Combine first 5 ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Cook without stirring until clip-on candy thermometer registers 240°F., about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add nuts and stir until syrup begins to look cloudy, about 2 minutes. Divide mixture between cookie sheets. Working quickly, separate nuts with fork. Cool. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

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