Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   In a large 3-quart heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and salt.
2. 2
   Cook over medium-high heat until mixture reaches firm ball stage (244°), stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   Add butter and gradually add milk so that mixture does not stop boiling. Stirring constantly, cook rapidly to firm ball stage again. Remove from heat, add vanilla and pour mixture into a buttered 9-inch square baking pan without scraping the sides of the saucepan.
4. 4
   Cool thoroughly before cutting.