Applesauce Candy

Directions

1. 1
   In a small bowl, soak the gelatin in 1/2 cup of the cooked applesauce.
2. 2
   Put the remaining applesauce in a saucepan, add the granulated sugar and bring the sauce to a boil.
3. 3
   After it is boiling, add the applesauce-gelatin mixture and bring the sauce back to a slow boil for 15 minutes, stirring frequently, to prevent burning.
4. 4
   Stir in the walnuts, lemon and vanilla.
5. 5
   Pour the mixture into a buttered 9x12-inch nonstick baking pan. The mixture should be about 3/4-inch thick.
6. 6
   Let the mixture stand at room temperature at least 24 hours to set and to dry.
7. 7
   When firmly set, cut into squares.
8. 8
   In a bowl combine the confectioners' sugar and cornstarch.
9. 9
   Roll the candy pieces in the mixture to thoroughly coat the pieces on all sides.
10. 10
    Store the candy in the refrigerator in a covered container between sheets of waxed paper with more confectioners' sugar and cornstarch between each layer to prevent them sticking together.