Nut Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Blend sugar, corn syrup and salt with wooden spoon.
2. 2
   Boil for at least 10 minutes, stirring well.
3. 3
   Add butter.
4. 4
   Slowly stir in evaporated milk and continue stirring.
5. 5
   Do this at medium heat (it may bubble and pop, you may have to remove it from heat until you finish adding all the milk).
6. 6
   Stir constantly and cook until a firm ball forms in cold water, 245° on candy thermometer.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Add vanilla.
9. 9
   Use electric mixer to beat for a couple of minutes.
10. 10
    Add nuts and pour into greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
11. 11
    Cool completely.
12. 12
    Cut into squares.
13. 13
    Wrap individually.
14. 14
    Yield:
15. 15
    120 to 140 caramels, about 3 pounds.