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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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