01 December 2010

Microwave Caramels

2 C. sugar
1 C. Karo Syrup
1 C. butter

Mix in 3 qt. glass or ceremic dish. Microwave on high for 5 minutes. Stir until all sugar dossolves. Gradually add while stirring:

1 Can sweetened condensed milk

Then microwave on high for a total of 12 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes with a clean spoon. Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 pan.

Fudge

1 1/2 C. Sugar
1/2 C. Butter
1 6oz. evaporated milk
1 1/2 C. Marshmallow Cream (1/2 of 13 oz. jar)
2 C. Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 C. Milk Chocolate Chips
1/2 tsp. Vanilla Extract
Nuts or add-ins as desired (optional)

1. Lightly grease 9x9x2 pan and set aside.
2. Heat sugar, butter, milk and marshmallow cream in heavy 3 qt pan over medium heat until mixture boils, stirring constantly. Boil and stir for 5 minutes.
3. Add chocolate chips and vanilla extract, stirring until chips are melted. Stir in nuts if desired.
4. Spread into prepared pan. Cool.