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Step 1
Line and grease a 8-9' (20-23cm) heat proof container with aluminum foil or use parchment paper. I don't recommend using glass as it can crack with thermal shock.
Step 2
Place sugar and water in a heavy 3 qt sauce pan. Stir until dissolved.
Step 3
If at any time sugar gets on the sides of the pan above the sugar, carefully wash it down the sides with a pastry brush dipped in water.
Step 4
Continue to cook on medium high heat until hard-crack stage is reached 310F (154C.)
Step 5
Remove from heat. Let it stop boiling and add in the peppermint oil. Stir carefully with a clean heat proof spoon or spatula to mix in the oil.
Step 6
Pour on baking sheet. Allow to cool 5-10 minutes and score the candy with a knife for more uniform pieces.
Step 7
Let cool completely before breaking apart at score lines and store in an airtight container.