Fantasy Divinity

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Fantasy Divinity to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Fantasy Divinity, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 (7 ounce) jar marshmallow
• creme
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• any color food coloring
• 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

In a large heavy saucepan or Dutch oven, stir together the water and sugar

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Bring to a boil, and heat to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Remove from the heat, and stir in the marshmallow creme, vanilla, food coloring and pecans

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes until slightly cooled and thickened

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Chill until firm before storing in an airtight container.