Caramels

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I've been making these at christmas time for years. my family demands them and they are wonderful gifts, much appreciated by all my co-workers. they are firm, but melt in your mouth and don't stick to your teeth. they are somewhat time consuming but worth it. i buy the red and green wrappers or you can cut up and use regular wax paper.

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Steps

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Melt butter in a large , heavy saucepan.

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Add brown sugar and salt.

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Stir in corn syrup , mixing well.

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Gradually add milk , stirring constantly.

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Cook and stir over medium heat until firm ball stage - 245 degrees on a candy thermometer.

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Remove from heat and add vanilla.

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Pour into a well-buttered jelly roll pan.

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Cool 4-5 hours.

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Remove from pan , cut and wrap.

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Makes about 5 lbs.

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Ingredients

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butter, light brown sugar, light corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk, salt, vanilla