INGREDIENTS: Cooking spray 1 cup slivered almonds, roasted 2 1/4 cups sugar 3-4 drops lemon juice 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, cut into pieces 2 cups light cream 1 cup light corn syrup 2 vanilla beans 1 teaspoon Fleur de Sel salt METHOD: Line a 9- by 9- by 2-inch baking pan with foil, extending...Read More

Get out your candy thermometer and make a batch of these rich, buttery caramels for the holidays! Fleur de Sel (or ‘flower of salt‘) is known as the caviar of salt and is revered for its crunchy texture and flavor. You can find it online or at many of our local specialty grocers. INGREDIENTS: 1...Read More

In the winter, fresh crop almonds are plentiful at our farmers’ markets. Toffee makes a delightful holiday gift from your kitchen and is very easy to make! INGREDIENTS: 2 cups raw almonds 1 1/2 cups butter (use fresh, flavorful butter) 1 1/4 cups sugar 1/4 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup water...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 3 cups sugar 2/3 cup corn syrup 1/3 cup cold water 2/3 cup chopped dried apricots 2 egg whites 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup chopped walnuts METHOD: In a large saucepan, combine sugar, water, and syrup. Bring mixture to a boil, and cover the pot for three minutes to wash down crystals on sides...Read More