Authentic Turkish Delight

when I was in Ireland, I went to a market where a Turkish person was serving Turkish delight. Here is the recipe that he taught me, as it was conveyed to me.

batch of syrup:

2 cups confectionary sugar

1 cup honey

1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar.

2 tsp lemon juice

3/4 cups water

for the base:

1.5 cups cornstarch

2 cups water

1tsp cream of tartar

flavoring:

250g mixed nuts (pistachios, almonds)

2 tsp rosewater

copious amount of confectioner's sugar

STEPS:

1) combine syrup ingredients in medium saucepan. fold together with a meltproof spatula.

2) stir mixture on high heat, bring mixture to 260°F and let sit for 15 minutes at that temperature.

3) meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring the remaining starch mixture to a boil, whisking frequently. bring to 250°F, and whisk until thickens in about 3 minutes. Turn that burner off and let it sit.

4) When the syrup reaches 260°F, pour mixture into cornstarch mixture. whisk gently to combine. cook on a low boil for 30 to 40 minutes until golden brown, stirring often to prevent lumps.

5) fold in the flavorings. Then, transfer mixture to a candy/rimmed baking sheet that has been dusted with confectionery sugar. cover with plastic wrap and left to sit and cool for about 7 hours.

6) after it has cooled and said, cut up into thumb size portions. serve and enjoy!