Candied Apples

Directions

1. 1
   Grease a large cookie sheet and set aside.
2. 2
   Wash and dry apples.
3. 3
   Insert a stick through stem, leaving about two inches sticking out.
4. 4
   In saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup, food coloring and water.
5. 5
   Cook, stirring constantly, until ingredients are dissolved and liquid boils.
6. 6
   Set a candy thermometer in mixture and continue cooking, without stirring until temperature reaches 290 degrees, about 20 minutes.
7. 7
   Meanwhile place chopped peanuts in a bowl.
8. 8
   Remove syrup from heat and dip the apples, one by one, to coat evenly.
9. 9
   Work quickly.
10. 10
    As you dip each apple roll in peanuts to coat then place on prepared cookie sheet.
11. 11
    Let apples cool for at least an hour.