Creamy Smooth Caramel

2 cups sugar

1 can evaporated milk

1/4 lb butter

1 cup light corn syrup

1 cup nuts (opt)

1/2 tsp vanilla

Combine all but nuts and vanilla in heavy pan.

Boil on medium high heat stirring constantly until firm ball stage. 

Add nuts nuts and vanilla.

Pour into a buttered 9*9 pan 

Let stand until cool. 

cut and wrap in waxed paper.