Bring the mixture to a boil. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the syrup registers 240 to 245 degrees on a candy or instant-read thermometer, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Start your timer for 6 minutes! (It takes exactly 6 minutes from start to finish on my stove for the caramel to reach 350 degrees.) As the sugar cooks, it will melt down and turn into a syrup. The ...

High-fructose corn syrup is found in many processed foods, like cereal, soda, and candy, as well as on fast-food menus. However, it’s only used by major food and beverage manufacturers ...