Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, syrup, butter and 1/2 cup cream.
2. 2
   Bring to boil stirring constantly, then add 1/2 cup cream and cook slowly to 240° for very soft caramels and 255° for hard caramels.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and add nuts if desired and vanilla.
4. 4
   Pour into buttered 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan.
5. 5
   Score into squares when nearly cooled.
6. 6
   Cut when cold.
7. 7
   Wrap each caramel in waxed paper.
8. 8
   Keep in airtight container.