Caramel Icing

Directions

1. 1
   Mix brown sugar and milk.
2. 2
   Stir until the sugar is dissolved, then boil without stirring to the soft-ball stage (238° on candy thermometer).
3. 3
   Add butter.
4. 4
   Remove the icing until it is thick and creamy.
5. 5
   If the icing becomes too thick, thin it with a little cream.
6. 6
   Makes enough to frost 2 (9-inch) layers.