Catalan Turron (Nougat)

Directions

1. 1
   Heat honey in heavy saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly until honey comes to boil.
2. 2
   Remove from heat.
3. 3
   Cool 1 minute.
4. 4
   Stir in egg whites; return saucepan to heat.
5. 5
   Cook until mixture reaches toffee-like consistency (hardball stage).
6. 6
   Add nuts; mix well.
7. 7
   Spread mixture into 15x10x1-inch pan lined with parchment or wax paper.
8. 8
   Cover with second sheet of parchment or wax paper.
9. 9
   Weight the top evenly.
10. 10
    Let cool.
11. 11
    Cut into 1-1/4-inch squares.