30-Minute Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Butter a 9-inch square baking pan; set aside.
2. 2
   In a heavy 4-quart saucepan, combine milk, corn syrup, sugars, butter and salt.
3. 3
   Place over medium heat and stir with a wooden spoon until mixture comes to a boil.
4. 4
   Clip on candy thermometer.
5. 5
   Stirring constantly to prevent scorching, cook to 240° or soft ball stage. Pour into prepared pan.
6. 6
   Cool at room temperature until firm.
7. 7
   Cut into 1-inch squares.
8. 8
   Wrap in waxed paper.
9. 9
   Optional:
10. 10
    Add 1 cup nuts before pouring into cooling pan.