HOSTESS CARAMELS

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My mom made this candy every year since way before I ever thought of being born. Now I make it so I can keep her with me now that she's gone. Takes a little patience but it's worth it.

Provided by Keolani

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
1/2 lb butter
1 1/3 cups light corn syrup
1 (14 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, butter, corn syrup, and evaporated milk it a large heavy bottomed saucepan.
  • Cook and stir on medium heat to firm ball stage.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and nuts.
  • Pour into a well buttered 9x13 pan.
  • When cool, cut into bite-sized pieces and individually wrap (I use squares of waxed paper and twist the ends.).
  • These are also good dipped in chocolate.
  • 60.

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