Traditional Caramel Candy
Recipe courtesy of Southern Cooking to Remember
Makes 3 dozen 1" squares
Put one cup of sugar in a heavy cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. As the sugar begins to melt, stir constantly with a wooden or silicon spatula until completely melted and light brown in color.
Meanwhile, in another large heavy cast iron skillet combine the remaining sugar and cream and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Add the caramelized sugar to the cream and sugar mixture and stir continuously to combine; cook to firm ball stage, stirring frequently.
Remove from heat, add the soda, and beat the mixture for 2 minutes. Add the butter and let it sit undisturbed for ten minutes. Add the vanilla and beat the mixture until candy thickens. Fold in the nuts and pour into a buttered pan. Allow the candy to set, and cut into squares.
The candy can also be dropped by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.
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