Vanilla Caramels

Ingredients

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Boil sugar, butter and milk to firm-ball stage, 245 degrees F. Do not stir after sugar is dissolved.
2. Pour onto buttered platter; cool.
3. Beat until creamy.
4. Add vanilla extract and chopped nuts or cherries, if desired. Press into buttered pans.
5. When firm, cut into squares.
6. Wrap in wax paper.