Hazelnut Praline

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly oil a large baking sheet.
2. 2
   In a small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar with 2 tablespoons of water.
3. 3
   Cook over high heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
4. 4
   When the mixture starts to boil, stop stirring and cook undisturbed until a light amber caramel forms.
5. 5
   Add the nuts and stir to coat.
6. 6
   Pour onto the baking sheet and let cool until hard, at least 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Break the praline into small pieces and pulse in a food processor until ground to a fine powder.