Easy Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Melt the butter or margarine in a heavy 3-quart pan.
2. 2
   Add brown sugar and salt, stirring until thoroughly blended.
3. 3
   Blend in corn syrup.
4. 4
   Gradually add condensed milk, stirring constantly. Cook and stir over medium heat until the candy reaches firm ball stage (245°).
5. 5
   Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and pour into buttered baking dish.
6. 6
   Cool; cut into small squares and wrap.