Italian Christmas Torrone
From peetabear 15 years ago
- 90 minutes to make
- Serves 0
Torrone is a traditional Italian candy that is served during the Christmas holidays.. the recipe is from Author - Lisa Shea
Ingredients
- parchment paper shopping list
- 8 oz honey shopping list
- 2 egg whites shopping list
- 1 cup sugar shopping list
- 2 Tbsp water shopping list
- 1 lb blanched almonds shopping list
- 1/2 lb hazelnuts shopping list
- 2 tsp candied orange peel, diced shopping list
- 1 tsp grated lemon zest shopping list
How to make it
- Cook the honey in a double boiler for 1 1/2 hours stirring frequently. Beat the egg whites to the point of stiff peaks, and fold it into the honey.
- In a separate pan, mix the sugar and water and bring it to a boil without stirring. It should turn caramel in color. Mix this by slowly pouring into the honey while stirring. Cool it until slightly thickened and then add in remaining ingredients.
- Line 3 6x8 pans with parchment paper. Divide the mixture amongst the pans, pouring to a 2" depth. Cover with parchment paper and let set for 20 minutes. Cut into squares or bars to serve.
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wow peetabear this is soo awsome love it high5 thanks
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never thought I would actually get the recipe. Brings back a flood of memories. thanks 5 from me for sure.
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oh yeah baby these are good .thanks peeta
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