Soft Caramels - sugar

Method

• In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients, except vanilla.
• Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted.
• Continue cooking, without stirring, until candy thermometer reads 248 degrees or firm ball stage.
• Remove from heat, stir in vanilla.
• Pour into well-buttered 13x9 pan.
• Cool completely.
• Cut into 1x1-1/2 pieces.
• After cutting, wrap each caramel in cellophane wrap or plastic wrap.