Homemade Black Licorice by Touch of Spice

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Description: Use fresh ground aniseed to make homemade licorice. Makes a beautiful gift! Recipe: Ingredients: - 4 tbsp unsalted butter - 1/4 cup dark corn syrup - 1/4 cup condensed milk - 2 tbsp blackstrap molasses - 1/2 cup sugar - 1 tbsp ground aniseed (you could also use aniseed extract) - 1/2 tsp black food coloring - 6 tbsp flour (you can use whole wheat or spelt for a deeper flavor) 1. Heat all ingredients except food coloring and flour in a pan on medium heat 2. Allow to come to a boil but stir constantly 3. Test mixture by dropping a quarter teaspoon into cold water. if it balls up and can be rolled afterwards, it's ready. If you have a thermometer, it should reach 230-240 F. 4. Pour mixture into a well buttered baking dish (a bread pan will yield candies with ~1/4 inch thickness) 5. Cool in fridge for 30 mins 6. Cut into squares or ropes and enjoy! Licorice will keep in fridge for up to 2 weeks or freezer (air tight sealed) for up to 3 months.
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