Hard Candy

Combine first 3 ingredients in heavy pan.

Stir over high heat until mixture boils.

Place candy thermometer in pan and cook to 280°. Lower heat and cook to 300°. Remove from heat and let stand until bubbles go out of candy.

Add flavoring extract or only a few drops of oil.

Add food coloring, stirring only enough to mix well.

Pour onto a greased cold china platter or marble slab.

Working very fast and as soon as cool enough to handle, pull edges and cut with scissors.

Drop cut pieces into a small amount of confectioners sugar and roll around until each piece is covered.

Store in airtight container.