PAÇOCA - READER'S RECIPE

17.5 oz peanuts
3 tbsp yellow corn flakes (not the cereal, you can find it in the ethnic aisle at the grocery store)
1 cup milk
1 tbsp margarine
1 plate sugar (7oz.)


Directions
1. Toast the peanuts, using a food processor or a blender, grate the skinless peanuts.


2. Sift the corn flakes nto undo the flakes, add the grated peanuts and reserve.


3. Grease a rectangular baking pan, with margarine or butter. In a saucepan under low heat, add milk, margarine and sugar stirring every once in a while till is thickened. Once the mixture is thick, turn off the heat and immediately add the peanuts and corn flakes.


4. With a wooden spoon stir vigorously for 7-10 minutes. Pour the mixture in the greased baking pan and even level with the back of the spoon. Let it cool, cut it into squares, and keep it in a closed container at room temperature.


Cook's Tip: Try the candy smooth and moist (once is cooled).It lasts up to 4 months.


Makes: 20-25 squares.


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