Neens Almond Roca

Directions

1. 1
   In a large, heavy pan, melt butter.
2. 2
   Add sugar; stir until dissolved.
3. 3
   Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time (will crackle a little).
4. 4
   Add corn syrup.
5. 5
   Stir constantly until candy thermometer reaches 295° (this takes quite a while).
6. 6
   Immediately pour into greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
7. 7
   Let cool; break into pieces.
8. 8
   Dip pieces into melted chocolate chips and sprinkle with chopped almonds. Let set on waxed paper.