Grandmother'S Caramel Cake Icing

1. 1

   Using a heavy iron skillet, melt 1 cup sugar in the oven (400u00b0 to 450u00b0), stirring occasionally.

2. 2

   While sugar is melting in the oven, put the remaining 3 cups sugar and the milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

3. 3

   When the hot syrup has reached boiling, add it slowly to the caramelized sugar.

4. 4

   Add butter and cook until it reaches the soft ball stage.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and beat until creamy and ready to spread on a 3 layer cake.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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