Caramel Sauce II

By Addie

Caramel Sauce shown above with gingerbread cake.

Ingredients

• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 cup cold water
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Whipped cream, optional

Preparation

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter and vanilla until smooth. Serve with warm cake. Top with whipped cream if desired.