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Sesame Crunch

An old recipe with a unique flavor that few can resist.





List of Ingredients



• 2 c. sesame seeds (about 12 oz.)
  
• 1/2 c. honey
  
• 1/2 c. firmly packed brown sugar
  
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
  
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  
• 1/4 tsp. salt
  






Instructions



1. Heat sesame seeds in a large skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Remove to a bowl; wipe skillet clean of seeds.
   
2. Combine honey, sugar, ginger, cinnamon and salt in the same skillet. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 2 minutes.
   
3. Butter or coat a 10 1/4 x 7 pan with cooking spray. Stir seeds into the syrup; pour into the pan. Spread candy to an even layer with buttered, metal spatual. Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes. Lift out of the pan to a cutting board.
   
4. Cut candy with a large knife into 4 lengthwise strips. Cut each strip crosswise into thirteen 1/4 inch pieces. When firm, wrap individually in plastic wrap or store in a single layer in an airtight container.
   






Final Comments


Its so easy to make these very unique and delicious treats. Yield: about 1 lb.