Hard Candy

Directions

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   Combine first 3 ingredients in heavy pan. Stir over high heat until mixture boils. Lower heat. Place candy thermometer in pan and cook to 280°. Lower heat and cook to 300°. Remove from heat and let stand until bubbles go out of candy. Add flavoring extract or only a few drops of oil. Add food coloring, stirring only enough to mix well. Pour onto a greased cold china platter or marble slab. Working very fast and as soon as cool enough to handle, pull edges and cut with scissors. Drop cut pieces into a small amount of confectioners sugar and roll around until each piece is covered. Store in airtight container.