Almond Brittle

• 1/4 c. sugar
• 1/2 c. honey
• 10 tbsp. butter
• 1 lb. almonds

Put the sugar into a heavy fry pan. Heat the sugar over low heat until it has melted and is delicately browned. Add the honey and butter and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in the nuts and cook for 10 minutes. Line a platter or pan with wax paper and drop tablespoons of the brittle on the paper. Let harden.

• Yields: 1.5 lbs. brittle
• Preparation Time: 45 minutes