Hard Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Bring the first 3 ingredients to a boil at 300°.
2. 2
   Remove from heat; add flavoring and desired amount of food coloring.
3. 3
   As candy sets, it becomes a lighter color.
4. 4
   Pour into buttered 9 x 13-inch pan.
5. 5
   When candy starts to border or harden around edges, cut into pieces with scissors.
6. 6
   Candy will still be quite hot as cutting begins.
7. 7
   Work quickly as candy hardens very rapidly.
8. 8
   Put on waxed paper, covered with powdered sugar.
9. 9
   May use wintergreen or peppermint oil.
10. 10
    Oils may be bought from pharmacist.