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Turkish Delight

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This Turkish dessert features Sugar, Cornstarch, Water, Cream of tartar, Flavoring *. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 493.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This Turkish dessert features Sugar, Cornstarch, Water, Cream of tartar, Flavoring *. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cream of tartar
  • 1 tablespoon Flavoring *
Directions
  1. 1
    Food coloring ** 1/2 c Toasted nuts, chopped *** Confectioners' sugar * Flavorings: rose, mastic, strawberry, orange or lemon.
  2. 2
    Food coloring: red, yellow, green or orange (depending on flavoring used) *** Nuts: almonds or pistachios
  3. 3
    Dissolve sugar and cornstarch in water.
  4. 4
    Add cream of tartar.
  5. 5
    Boil to 220 degrees F (104&# 194;°C).
  6. 6
    Cover pot the last 5 minutes.
  7. 7
    Add flavor and food color.
  8. 8
    Add nuts.
  9. 9
    Pour into oiled shallow pan.
  10. 10
    When cool, cut into squares and roll each piece in sifted powdered sugar.
  11. 11
    Store in plastic bag

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 493.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.3mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 126.8g43%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 120.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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