Molasses Candy (Ole' Fashioned Pull Taffy)

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   In a heavy saucepan, over medium heat, cook all ingredients stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.

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   Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, to the hard ball stage, about 260u00b0F on candy thermometer (or a small amount of mixture dropped into cold water forms a hard ball).

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   Pour mixture into a buttered shallow pan and allow to cool.

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   When cool enough to handle, rub butter on hands and pull the candy (small portions at a time) until light golden in color and candy has a satin-like finish.

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   Pull into long strips 3/4 inch in diameter and cut into 1 inch pieces with a scissors.

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   When completely cooled, wrap each piece in waxed paper, twist waxed paper closed at each end.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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