Hazelnut Praline

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly oil a baking sheet.
2. 2
   In a dry heavy saucepan cook sugar over moderate heat, stirring with a fork, until melted and cook, without stirring, swirling pan, just until a golden caramel.
3. 3
   Add hazelnuts, stirring until coated well.
4. 4
   Immediately pour mixture onto baking sheet and cool completely, about 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove praline from baking sheet and break into pieces.
6. 6
   Praline may be eaten as candy or ground in a food processor and used as a dessert topping.