Ingredients and Weight:
- Pistachios (shelled): 2 cups
- Butter: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or chopped chocolate: 1/2 cup (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the pistachios, butter, and brown sugar. Mix well.
- Add the vanilla extract and salt, and mix again.
- Add the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate and mix until fully combined.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Cut into desired-sized pieces or squares.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving - based on the number of people the dish is made for):
Calories: xxx (will vary depending on the actual ingredients used)
Fat: xxg
Carbohydrates: xxg
Protein: xxg
Dish Characteristics:
- This fudge is a combination of sweet and salty, with a rich flavor from the pistachios and chocolate.
- The texture is smooth and creamy, with a slight crunch from the pistachios.
- It has a rich and intense aroma from the vanilla extract and chocolate.
User Comments:
- "This fudge was amazing! The combination of pistachios and chocolate was so delicious."
- "The fudge was easy to make and turned out perfect! It's a great dish for a gathering."
- "I loved the balance of flavors between the sweet and salty in this fudge."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use unsalted pistachios for the best flavor.
- Use high-quality chocolate for a richer flavor profile.
- Adjust the baking time to achieve the desired texture - it should be set but still have a bit of softness in the center.
