What You Need to Know
Comfits are confectionery consisting of dried fruits, nuts, seeds or spices coated with sugar candy, often through sugar panning. Almond comfits in a muslin bag or other decorative container are a traditional gift at baptism and wedding celebrations in many countries of Europe and the Middle East, a custom which has spread to other countries such as Australia and Puerto Rico. Licorice comfits are typically multi-colored, while almond comfits are usually white for weddings and may be brightly colored for other occasions.
Steps
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Jordan almonds (Mediterranean): Symbolizes bittersweet life events in weddings
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Mukhwas (India): Digestive aid and breath freshener
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Dragées (France): Decorative element in patisserie