Cut-Out Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Butter or spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Mix pectin, water and baking soda in large saucepan until blended.
3. 3
   (Mixture will foam slightly.)
4. 4
   Cook on high heat or until foam has thinned, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove from heat; stir in 2 cups sugar, corn syrup and drink mix.
6. 6
   Return to heat.
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   Bring to full rolling boil on high heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3 min.
8. 8
   Remove from heat.
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   Stir until bubbles have thinned.
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    Pour immediately into prepared pan.
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    Let stand at room temperature 3 hours or until firm.
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    Sprinkle 2 Tbsp.
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    of the remaining sugar onto large sheet of waxed paper.
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    Carefully loosen edges of candy with point of sharp knife.
15. 15
    Invert pan onto prepared waxed paper; remove pan.
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    Sprinkle candy with remaining sugar.
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    Cut into 1-inch squares or decorative shapes with small cookie cutters.
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    Roll candy pieces in sugar to evenly coat; shake gently to remove excess sugar.
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    Let stand, uncovered, overnight at room temperature before packing or storing.