Caramel Sauce

CARAMEL SAUCE

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream

In a heavy skillet cook the sugar over moderately high heat, stirring constantly with a fork,
until it is melted completely and turns a deep golden caramel. Remove the skillet from the
heat, stir the caramel to prevent further darkening, and pour the cream into the side of the
skillet carefully (the caramel will harden when the cream is added). Add 2 tablespoons
water and cook the caramel mixture over moderate heat, stirring, until the caramel is
dissolved. Let the sauce cool to warm.

Makes about 1/2 cup.

Gourmet
June 1990