English Almond Toffee - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c. butter or margarine
1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. blanched almonds
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. semi-sweet chocolate
1/2 c. chopped pecans

Preparation

Cook the first five ingredients over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils.
Cook, without stirring, to 236\u00b0 or until a little dropped in cold water forms soft ball.
Add 2/3 cup blanched almonds.
Continue cooking to 290\u00b0 (soft crack stage), stirring constantly.
Remove from heat.
Mixture turns to a deep caramel color.
Stir in baking soda.