Classic English Toffe

• unsalted butter↗1 cup
• sugar↗1 cup
• water↗2 tablespoons
• vanilla↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• semisweet chocolate↗3 ounces
• bittersweet chocolate↗3 ounces

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Line pan with heavy foil or wax paper.

2. 2

   Combine butter, sugar, water & salt in heavy saucepan.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.

4. 4

   Continue boiling about 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until hard crack stage (305-310).

5. 5

   Watch closely -- do not let get above 310.

6. 6

   Immediately pour onto prepared pan & sprinkle with chocolate chips.

7. 7

   Break into pieces & store in airtight container.