Chocolate-Caramelized Macadamia Nuts

Directions

1. 1
   Place macadamia nuts and sugar in a four-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until the sugar melts and begins to rechrystallize and the nuts become white and coated with sugar, about 12 minutes.
3. 3
   Transfer the nuts to a baking sheet, and set aside until cool enough to handle.
4. 4
   Separate the nuts and let cool completey.
5. 5
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. 6
   In a medium bowl, melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler or a heat-proof bowl over a pan of simmering water.
7. 7
   Using a fork, dip the sugared nuts in the melted chocolate, coating completely.
8. 8
   Place on a lined baking sheet.
9. 9
   Refrigerate until chocolate has set.
10. 10
    Sift confectioners' sugar over a baking pan.
11. 11
    Roll nuts in sugar.
12. 12
    Transfer the sugar and the nuts to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place for up to a week.