Syrup Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Fill an iron skillet with cane syrup about half full; heat to boiling and continue to boil gently until syrup thickens.
2. 2
   (To test for proper consistency, pull a spoon through the candy halfway across the pan; the path of the spoon should remain intact, revealing the bottom of the pan.)
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Add 1 teaspoon of baking soda and stir well.
5. 5
   Pour syrup into a buttered dish and allow to cool enough to handle.
6. 6
   Pull candy with well-greased hands until cooled and hardened.
7. 7
   Shape into strips and cut into bite size pieces.