3 c Light molasses
3 lb Sugar
1/2 c Vinegar
2 c Water
1/2 lb Butter
3/4 ts Baking soda; sifted
2 ts Vanilla
Combine molasses, sugar, vinegar, and water in a large, heavy pan,
boil to hard-ball stage. Add butter, boil to hard ball stage or
260°F on a candy thermometer. Remove from heat, add baking soda,
small amount at a time, stirring constantly. Add vanilla, stir.
Pour onto buttered marble top or large platter. Cool until mixture
can be handled. Pull until golden. Cut into bite-sized pieces.
Wrap.
