Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter or margarine in a heavy 3-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Add brown sugar and salt, stirring until thoroughly mixed.
3. 3
   Blend in corn syrup.
4. 4
   Add sweetened condensed milk gradually, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Cook and stir, over medium heat, until candy reaches firm ball stage (245°), 12 to 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from heat.
7. 7
   Stir in vanilla.
8. 8
   Pour into 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
9. 9
   Cool thoroughly.
10. 10
    Cut into small squares.
11. 11
    Wrap each piece individually.