Source: The book of Chocolates & Petits Fours. B. Sutherland Smith
Makes 10 servings.
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Tips: See "Puffs & Cream" recipe.
Praline
Ingredients
Preparation
1/3 cup almond slivers or hazelnuts
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1. Place nuts on a baking sheet and toast at 350 F degrees for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Stir occasionally to color evenly. If using hazelnuts, chop finely.
2. Lightly oil another baking sheet. In a medium saucepan, heat sugar and water over low heat until sugar dissolves, shaking pan occasionally. Increase heat and cook until golden and sugary.
3. Stir in nuts. Cook 2-3 minutes, stirring well.
4. Pour onto prepared sheet; cool. When brittle, finely crush with a meat mallet or process in a blender., but be careful not to ground to fine, it should be somehow chunky.
