Walnut Christmas Toffee

Directions

1. 1
   Butter a 9-inch square pan.
2. 2
   Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan. Stir in sugar gradually.
3. 3
   Add syrup and water; cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, to 290° on candy thermometer; add 1 cup of the nuts.
4. 4
   Cook 3 minutes more, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Pour into pan.
6. 6
   When cold, remove from pan.
7. 7
   Melt chocolate over hot water.
8. 8
   Coat one side of toffee; sprinkle with chopped nuts.
9. 9
   Allow to set for a minute or so.
10. 10
    Flip over on waxed paper and repeat. Break into bite size pieces.
11. 11
    Makes 1 3/4 pounds.