Walnut Caramels

Directions

1. 1
   Butter sides of heavy 5-quart Dutch oven.
2. 2
   In it, melt butter. Add brown sugar and dash of salt.
3. 3
   Stir until thoroughly combined.
4. 4
   Stir in light corn syrup; mix well.
5. 5
   Gradually add cream, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Cook and stir over medium heat to firm-ball stage (245°), about 30 to 35 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove from heat. Place nuts in bottom of buttered 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
8. 8
   Pour syrup over nuts.
9. 9
   Cool; cut in squares.
10. 10
    Makes 2 pounds.