Ingredients for - Pecan Brittle
How to cook deliciously - Pecan Brittle
1. Stage
Grease a 15x10x1-inch pan with 2 teaspoons of butter, and set it aside. Editor’s Tip: This is an important step to do first because making brittle requires a quick, efficient hand—you want to be prepared!
2. Stage
In a 2-quart microwave-safe glass dish, combine the sugar and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for four minutes or until the candy thermometer reads 238°F (this is the soft-ball stage). Editor's Tip: If you'd prefer, you can also make this recipe on the stovetop. In an uncovered pan, heat the ingredients on the stovetop over medium heat. Stir continuously for four minutes or until the candy thermometer reads 238°.
3. Stage
Once the mixture has reached the soft-ball stage, add the pecans. Continue stirring for another four minutes or until a candy thermometer reads 300° (this is the hard-crack stage). At this point, vigorously stir in the baking soda, vanilla and remaining butter until blended. Editor’s Tip: The mixture will be very hot, so work with caution.
4. Stage
Once all the ingredients are blended, quickly pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it as thin as possible using a metal spatula.
5. Stage
Allow the brittle to cool completely. When it's ready, break it into pieces and serve.
