BUTTER RUM SAUCE

By Vanetta

Ingredients

• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 teaspoons rum flavoring
• 1/2 cup toasted pecans*

Preparation

Step 1

In a heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, flour, and salt; add water. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thick. Add butter and flavoring. Cool. Stir in toasted pecans.
*To toast nuts, spread out in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in a 350° oven, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes. Or, toast in an ungreased skillet over medium heat, stirring, until golden brown and aromatic.