Molasses candy (oldfashioned pull taffy)

6 servings

Quantity Ingredient
2 cups Molasses
1 cup Brown sugar
2 tablespoons Butter
cup Water
1 tablespoon Vinegar
1 pinch Baking soda

Boil all together until a little tried in cold water becomes brittle.

Pour on a buttered dish and allow to cool. When cool enough to handle, rub butter on hands and pull the candy (small portions at a time) until light in color. Cut in small pieces.

Source: Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book Fine Old Recipes, Culinary Arts Press, 1936.

Submitted By HELEN PEAGRAM On 12-11-95

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