Candy Apples

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and dry apples.
2. 2
   Remove stems.
3. 3
   Insert skewers in apples. Combine sugar, syrup and water in heavy saucepan.
4. 4
   Mix well. Cook without stirring to 285° on candy thermometer.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Add red food coloring.
7. 7
   Hold each apple by skewers and quickly twirl in syrup; allow excess to drip off.
8. 8
   Put on lightly buttered pan.