Hazelnut Brittle

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2
   Spread nuts on baking sheet and bake 5-6 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant.
3. 3
   Transfer hot nuts to a clean tea towel. Rub vigorously to remove skins. Discard skins and roughly chop nuts. Return nuts to baking sheet, spreading out in an even layer.
4. 4
   In a medium, heavy-based saucepan, combine sugar and 1/2 cup water. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to high and bring to boil. Boil 8-10 minutes, without stirring, until just beginning to turn a golden caramel color around edge. Remove from heat and swirl in pan to spread color.
5. 5
   Pour mixture over nuts to cover. Allow to cool completely. Break into pieces.