Sugared Nuts

Directions

1. 1
   Put the sugar in an aluminum or enamel pan (not Teflon).
2. 2
   Add water and stir; bring to boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat so that mixture boils, but not furiously.
4. 4
   Stir constantly until mixture forms a soft ball in cold water.
5. 5
   Add shelled nuts, stirring gently.
6. 6
   Stir until evaporation reduces the liquid to zero and nuts crust. Sprinkle vanilla over nuts.
7. 7
   Stir until pan is dry and nuts are dry.
8. 8
   Spread nuts on cold cookie sheet (I put down wax paper) and let cool before packaging.