*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            Turkish Delight 2

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Serving Size  : 24   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Candies

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   3       tb           Unflavored gelatin
     1/2   c            Water -- cold
     1/3   c            Water -- boiling
   2       c            Sugar
   4       tb           Extract *
                        Food coloring **
     1/4   c            Pistachio nuts -- chopped
   1       c            Confectioners' sugar

  * Extract: may use orange, lemon or raspberry extract.
  ** Food coloring: use appropriate color to match flavor.
  
  Soften gelatin in cold water.  Add sugar to boiling water.  Bring
  to boil.  Stir in softened gelatin.  Simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes.
  Add flavoring and coloring.  Pour into ungreased, 8-inch square
  pan.  Add nuts.  Stir gently.  Chill.  When firm, invert onto
  cutting board.  Cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes.  Roll in confectioners'
  sugar.  Store in a jar at room temperature.  Serve with Greek Coffee.
  
  From "Classic Greek Cooking" by Daphne Metaxas.  ISBN: 0-911954-31-7.
  
  Typed for you by Karen Mintzias
 


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