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Linda and her husband Jason have lived in the Southwest for about 11 years. They have two children and three grandchildren. Linda volunteers at Rasmussen Senior Center and is on the board at Bakersfield Community House and Greenfield Senior Center. This recipe for Buttery Almond Crunch is her kids' favorite. It is quick and easy and makes a great gift.

BUTTERY ALMOND CRUNCH

1 T plus ½ c butter (no substitutions) (softened and divided)

½ c sugar

1 T light corn syrup

1 c sliced almonds

Line an 8” square pan with foil.  Butter foil with ½ T and set aside.

Spread sides of a heavy saucepan with ½ T butter.  Add ½ c butter,

sugar and corn syrup.  Bring to a boil over medium heat stirring constantly.  Cook and stir until mixture is golden brown.  About 3 minutes.  Stir in almonds.  Quickly pour into prepared pan.  Chill until firm.  Invert pan and remove foil. Break candy into pieces.  Can drizzle melted milk chocolate on top if desired.