Caramel Butter Sauce

1. 1

   Combine sugar, water, salt, and cream of tartar in a heavy duty 2 quart saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.

2. 2

   Cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes to wash down sugar crystals from the sides of the pan.

3. 3

   Remove cover, and cook without stirring, to a soft crack stage.(270 degrees or just a bit more) Watch carefully for it to turn light amber. If it turns dark amber, it is burnt. Add the butter and whisk it in quickly.

4. 4

   Remove from heat; add cream and whisk it inches.

5. 5

   Serve warm over ice cream, fresh fruit, cake, or apple crisp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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