The BEST toffee ever? Really....I need to test this.

Hello, It's Sharon.

I'm always skeptical when I see this kind of internet bragging? Really? The best ever? Have you ever had a Heath bar? In my opinion, Heath has pretty much perfected english toffee wrapped in milk chocolate. Does anyone disagree? Or do some of you love The Skor bar (the spelling of that just grates on me–is it Sweedish? Must google.) Anyhow, i decided to try this Best Toffee Ever recipe off the web, and here's what happened.

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, 1 cup sugar, 1/8 t. salt, 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips, 1 cup sliced almonds

In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the butter, sugar and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the butter is melted. Allow to come to a boil, and cook until the mixture becomes a the color of a penny. (Ok, if you have a candy thermometer your job is made easier because you can just wait until the mixture hits 285 degrees.) While the toffee is cooking, cover a large baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper. As soon as the toffee reaches the proper temperature or COLOR, pour it out onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the chips over the top, and let it set for a minute or two to soften. Spread the chocolate into a thin even layer once it is melted. Sprinkle the nuts over the chocolate, and press in slightly. Place the toffee in the freezed to chill until set. Break into pieces, and store in an airtight container.