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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
1 (6-ounce) package dried apricots, chopped |
3 cups sugar |
1 cup half-and-half |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 cup chopped walnuts |
1 teaspoon vanilla extract |
sifted powdered sugar |
Directions:
1. Combine chopped apricots, 3 cups sugar, half-and-half, and salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cover and continue to cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes to wash down sugar crystals from sides of pan. Uncover and cook, without stirring, until mixture reaches soft ball stage (236°). Remove from heat; let cool to lukewarm (110°). Add walnuts and vanilla. Beat with a wooden spoon until mixture stiffens.
2. Turn mixture out onto a lightly buttered smooth surface; knead until mixture is smooth and opaque. Divide candy into 3 portions; shape each portion into 6-inch rolls. Dust each roll with powdered sugar. Wrap rolls individually in waxed paper; chill overnight. Cut into 1/4-inchthick slices to serve.
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