Taffy

Directions

1. 1
   Butter a large baking sheet.
2. 2
   In a black iron pot (about 2 quart size), combine the sugar, vinegar, corn syrup, cream of tartar and butter.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil and cook until it reaches 250 degrees on a candy thermometer.
4. 4
   Remove from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
5. 5
   Immediately pour into baking pan. Allow to cool slightly until the edges become firm enough to pull toward the center of the pan.
6. 6
   Continue pulling edges toward the center until mixture is firm enough to handle.
7. 7
   This mixture will be very hot, so be careful when handling it. Don't butter your hands because this makes it difficult to pull the taffy.
8. 8
   The taffy, when ready to be pulled, should not stick to your hands.
9. 9
   If it does, you can rub a little cornstarch onto the palms of your hands.