Turkish Delight

Directions

1. 1
   Cook sugar with water and corn syrup in a heavy bottomed saucepan until mixture forms a soft ball or reaches 240° on candy thermometer.
2. 2
   Keep hot.
3. 3
   Soften gelatin in lemon juice.
4. 4
   Dissolve cornstarch in 1/2 cup cold water and pour into hot syrup.
5. 5
   Simmer slowly until very thick; remove from heat and add gelatin and lemon juice.
6. 6
   Stir until gelatin dissolves.
7. 7
   Stir in desired flavoring and nuts.
8. 8
   Sprinkle a thick layer of confectioners sugar in an 8-inch square pan.
9. 9
   Pour in candy and let set in a cool dry place (not refrigerator) for 3 to 4 hours.
10. 10
    Top with a layer of sugar and cut into 1-inch squares.
11. 11
    Dredge lightly in additional sugar and store in airtight container.