Fran's Microwave Toffee

This terrific, quick and easy microwave toffee recipe was submitted by Fran of Memphis, Tennessee.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup chopped toasted almonds - divided use
1/2 pound grated semi-sweet chocolate - divided use
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, cut into chunks
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons water

Cooking Directions:

1. Butter a large piece of aluminum foil; set aside.
2. Have the almonds ready and set aside.
3. Mix together the butter chunks, 1/2 of the chocolate, brown sugar and water. Microwave for 5 minutes uncovered; quickly whisk in 1/2 of the almonds and then microwave again for another 5 minutes on HIGH, covered.
4. Quickly pour and spread hot mixture onto prepared foil.
5. Sprinkle reserved chocolate and remaining almonds on top.
6. Let cool for 30 minutes and break into pieces.
7. Store in airtight container.

Makes about 20 pieces.