Apple-Caramel Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the sugar and 1/4 cup water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. 2
   Cook, swirling the pot occasionally to even out the color, until amber, 10 to 12 minutes.
3. 3
   Slowly add the heavy cream and salt to the caramel.
4. 4
   Whisk until smooth.
5. 5
   Remove from the heat, and stir in the Calvados and vanilla extract.
6. 6
   Serve warm.