Christmas Hardtack
["2 c. white sugar", "1/2 c. plus 1 Tbsp. light corn syrup", "1/2 c. hot water", "flavoring oils (cinnamon, peppermint, orange, etc.)", "food coloring (red, green, etc.)"]
["Mix sugar, syrup and water.", "Cook to 278\u00b0.", "Add flavoring (1/4 teaspoon) and coloring (1/4 teaspoon).", "Pour immediately onto a buttered marble (or other smooth, heat absorbing marble surface). Use a knife and cut into 3/4-inch lengths, then snip into bite size pieces with kitchen scissors.", "Butter hands to work with candy."]
["white sugar", "light corn syrup", "hot water", "cinnamon", "food coloring"]