Horehound Candy

Instructions:

1. Place horehound leaves and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Let boil for 15 minutes.

2. Strain out the leaves and return the liquid to the pan.

3. Add brown sugar and stir until dissolved.

4. Cook gently without stirring until a small drop in cold water forms a hard, rubbery ball.

5. Remove from heat and pour the mixture into buttered tins.

6. Let cool until almost set, then cut into squares.1