The 300-degree syrup for homemade hard candy is poured into molds. The tasty treat is simple to make and produces a great decoration for any holiday. Despite its name, hard candy is easy to make.

A confession: I didn't preserve one thing this year. Despite the abundance of blackberries in San Francisco's hidden parks, despite rumors of huckleberries along the ridge in some of my favorite ...

While baking and craft supply shops sell all manner of equipment to make the process easier, the only essential gear beyond a saucepan is a candy thermometer. Once made, candy syrup can be poured onto ...