Monday, November 16, 2009

Christmas Candy & Chocolate Hints

Submitted by: Kathy Simmons

1. Don't substitute: use the finest materials, butter, cream,etc.
2. Don't stir the side's of candy back down into the pan & use a heavy pan.
3. Place liquids in before sugars & don't make more than one batch at a time.

Dipping Chocolate: There are many brands of dipping chocolate,finer quality's have less coca butter or wax. I like Guittard "Heritage" or "Old Dutch". I have also used and liked Merckens. Peter's is also good but has a verry low melting point so it is a little harder to work with.

One of the most important steps is melting the chocolate properly.You may melt it in a double boiler(I don't). But NEVER let water or steam get into the chocolate. I melt in the microwave on power 2,STOP and stir often. The best method is to shave your chocolate and place it in a warm oven that has been turned off and oven light left on all night.

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