Nut Brittle

• 8oz nuts (almonds, hazelnuts or peanuts)
• 1

Skin the nuts by pouring hot water over them and leaving them for a few minutes until the skins can be rubbed off. Dry carefully, and spread the nuts on a baking sheet. Brown, but do not over-brown, in a moderate oven 350°F, 180°C, gas mark 4. Put the sugar and water into a thick pan and put over a low heat. When it begins to boil, add the nuts. Boil hard until the syrup becomes pale brown, sti