Caramel

From Betty Crocker
 

1 c butter
2 1/4 c packed brown sugar
1 1/4 c cream
1 c corn syrup
1 tsp. vanilla

Generously butter a 9 X 13 inch pan; set aside.  In a heavy 3 quart saucepan melt 1 c butter over low heat.  Add sugar, cream and corn syrup; mix well.  Cook over medium heat; stirring occasionally to 248 degrees (firm ball stage) for 15-20 min (mixture should boil gently over entire surface.)  Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.  Pour into buttered pan.  Makes about 2 3/4 pounds.