Toasted Pumpkin Seed Brittle |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Toasted pumpkin seeds give a new twist to brittle traditionally made with peanuts. This recipe was tested in a 700-watt microwave oven. if you're not sure about the power levels in your microwave, check the owner's manual. Ingredients:
3/4 cup granulated sugar |
1/4 cup corn syrup |
1 cup toasted pumpkin seeds |
1 tablespoon butter |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla |
Directions:
1. In a 8-cup measure, combine sugar, cornsyrup, water and toasted pumpkin seeds. Microwave at high, uncovered, for 10-11 minuted or until medium-dark brown, without stirring.
2. Stir in butter, baking soda, and vanilla.
3. Immediately pour onto greased baking sheet, spreading out as much s possible and cool. The break into chunks.
4. NOTE: To toast pumpkin seeds, toss 1 cup seeds (unrinsed but pulp removed) with 1 tablespoons vegetable oil and salt to taste.
5. Spread in microwave-safe shallow glass dish and microwave at high for 5 minutes, stirring every minute. Then microwave at medium for 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, or until crisp.
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