Toffee

Directions

1. 1
   Oil an 11 x 15-inch baking sheet with edges.
2. 2
   In heavy 3-quart saucepan, combine butter, sugar and salt.
3. 3
   Stir well with wooden spoon and place over moderate heat.
4. 4
   Bring to boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve sugar.
5. 5
   When mixture boils, wash down sides of pot with pastry brush dipped in water or use wet paper towel.
6. 6
   Continue cooking over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, but not touching sides of pan, until syrup reaches 290° on candy thermometer.
7. 7
   Pour mixture into oiled pan and allow to cool partially, then score toffee into squares with a knife.