Penuche Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time20 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In40 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexJust EnjoyServings8
CourseMethod
DishVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Light brown sugar1 Pound
 Milk3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Butter/Margarine2 Tablespoon
 Vanilla1 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 254 Calories from Fat 33

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 4 g5.7%

Saturated Fat 2.3 g11.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 10.2 mg3.4%

Sodium 8.9 mg0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 58 g19.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 57.9 g

Protein 0.71 g1.4%

Vitamin A 2.3% Vitamin C

Calcium 2.5% Iron 0.04%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Heat sugar, milk, and butter in a large, heavy saucepan with a candy thermometer over moderate heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Lower heat slightly and cook, uncovered, without stirring to 240° F. or until mixture forms a soft ball in cold water.
Off heat, add vanilla—do not stir—and cool to 110° F.
Beat until thick and no longer shiny, pour into a buttered 8"x8"x2" pan, spreading to edges.
Score in 1" squares and cool to room temperature.
Cut into 1" squares and serve.
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