Recipe for cooking tia maria penuche

Desserts to Go with Coffee and Tea :: Penuche

Tia Maria Penuche

4 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1 lb. light brown sugar
3/4 c. milk
1 c. chopped nuts
2 Tbsp. Tia Maria liqueur

In a heavy saucepan, melt 2 Tbsp. of the butter. Add sugar and milk and stir well. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until candy reaches the soft-ball stage (235 degrees F to 240 degrees F).

Remove from heat and add remaining butter without stirring. When candy has cooled (sides of pan will be barely warm), add nuts and liqueur. Beat until candy is no longer glossy. Spread in a buttered 8-in. square pan. Cool completely, then cut into squares.