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.

F&W's Paige Grandjean walks you through the process of suspending lollipop sticks into a sugar solution flavored with a splash of cool, refreshing peppermint oil to make these elegant candies. Be ...

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 ...