Caramel Pie

Directions

1. 1
   The pie shell may be prepared while the condensed milk is cooking.
2. 2
   Put the unopened can of milk into a large enough saucepan to be able to cover it entirely with water, leaving a good inch of water over the top of the can.
3. 3
   Start with lukewarm water, with the can in the water, and bring to a slow boil.
4. 4
   Maintain a gentle boil for two hours.
5. 5
   Warning:
6. 6
   Do not let the water boil down to the level of the can or boil out of the pot!
7. 7
   Since the can is sealed, if the water level falls, the contents of the can will be heated enough to cause it to explode if this happens.
8. 8
   However, as long as the can is covered by water, the temperature will go no higher than the boiling water which is 212°.