Turkish Delight

Method

1. Grease an 8 × 8-inch baking dish. Have a sheet of cling wrap handy for covering the candy.
2. In a 2- or 3-quart saucepan, combine all the ingredients for Mix #1 and bring to a boil over high heat. Once the mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring often, until the mixture reaches 260°F (or Hard Ball Stage using the Cold Water Method). While the mixture is heating up to that temperature, move on to the next step.
3. In a stockpot, whisk together the ingredients for Mix #2 (except for the food coloring and flavoring) until completely smooth and cook over medium- high heat until boiling. Once the mixture comes to a boil, cook for about 2 minutes, or until very thick. Remove from the heat.
4. Once Mix: 1 hits 260°F, quickly pour it into the stockpot containing Mix.
5. 2 and stir vigorously but carefully until well combined. Reduce heat to medium low and cook for 35 more minutes, stirring often with a silicone spatula until the mixture is thick and smooth, like whipped honey.
6. Add the 2 drops of food coloring and ⅛ teaspoon flavoring. Pour into prepared baking dish and cover immediately with cling wrap. Let candy firm and cool down to room temperature, for about 30 minutes.
7. Whisk together cornstarch and confectioners sugar and gently coat the cooled candy square with the sugar mixture on each side. Use a sharp knife to cut the candy into bite-size squares. Store in airtight container for up to 1 month.