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                  Burnt Sugar Frosting (Caramel Icing)

Recipe By     : Pillie
Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Frosting

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  2      c             Sugar
  2      tb            Butter
    1/2  c             Milk
    1/4  c             Water -- boiling
    1/8  ts            Salt
  1      ts            Vanilla

Caramelize 1/2 cup sugar in butter; add boiling water. Stir to
dissolve. Add milk, salt, and remainer of sugar. Boil to soft stage,
236 F. Cool to room temperature. Add vanilla. Beat until thick.
Spread on cake. Sprinkle on chopped nuts if desired.

Notes:

This is the frosting my aunt Pillie has used on cakes for the family
reunion since as far back as I can remember.


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