Categories:Viewed: 90 - Published at: 3 years ago

Ingredients

  • 3 c. sugar
  • 1/8 tsp. soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. boiling water
  • 1 c. whipping cream
  • 1/2 stick butter

Method

  • Combine sugar, soda, salt and boiling water.
  • Bring to a boil over low heat.
  • Put lid on for 2 to 3 minutes to dissolve sugar crystals.
  • Uncover and do not stir again.
  • Increase heat to medium and boil to 236°.
  • Begin adding cream and butter, a small amount at a time.
  • Do not let temperature fall below 236°.
  • Boil to 257°. Pour immediately onto a buttered marble slab.
  • Pull until white. Shape into a rope and cut into small pieces with scissors.
  • Put into tin container.
  • Candy will cream overnight.