Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Mix sugar and syrup.
2. 2
   Place on burner and stir until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Cook without stirring until syrup spins a brittle thread.
4. 4
   Lower heat and add butter.
5. 5
   Stir until melted.
6. 6
   Add slowly and stir evaporated milk.
7. 7
   Increase heat; stir and cook until a small amount forms a firm ball in ice water.
8. 8
   Remove from burner.
9. 9
   Add pecans and salt and pour into buttered 7 x 11-inch pan.
10. 10
    Let cool.
11. 11
    Cut and shape into 1-inch squares.
12. 12
    Wrap each square in wax paper.
13. 13
    Yield: about 100 caramels.