Ginger Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Pour the sugar into a small, heavy saucepan set over medium heat.
2. 2
   Watch the pan constantly throughout the entire cooking process.
3. 3
   When the sugar begins to melt, stir occasionally with a fork.
4. 4
   Add the ginger and cook, stirring occasionally, until all the sugar is melted (the candied ginger will not melt) and the mixture is a deep amber color.
5. 5
   Immediately remove from the heat and pour the mixture onto a buttered sheet pan.
6. 6
   Let cool and harden, about 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Chop the brittle coarsely with a large knife.
8. 8
   Eat plain, or serve over ice cream.