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Butterscotch Syrup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Special equipment needed:
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the brown sugar and whisk until combined.
3. Pour in the heavy cream and whisk until smooth.
4. Add the salt and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes.
7. Pour the syrup into a jar or container and let it cool completely before using.


Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes about 1 1/2 cups of syrup

Nutritional information:
Per 2 tablespoons:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Sugar: 13g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or a sugar substitute.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt added.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half or whole milk, but the syrup will be thinner.

Variations:
- Add a tablespoon of bourbon or rum for a boozy twist.
- Stir in a teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced flavor.
- Drizzle the syrup over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a whisk to prevent the syrup from burning or sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
- Let the syrup cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator.
- Reheat the syrup in the microwave or on the stove before using it.

Storage instructions:
Store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the syrup in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until warm and pourable.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the syrup in a clear glass jar or squeeze bottle for easy pouring.

Garnishes:
Top the syrup with whipped cream, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of sea salt.

Pairings:
Serve the syrup with pancakes, waffles, French toast, or oatmeal.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve the syrup with a side of bacon or sausage for a savory breakfast.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the syrup is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream to thin it out.
- If the syrup is too thin, simmer it for a few more minutes to reduce it.

Food safety advice:
Store the syrup in the refrigerator and discard it if it develops mold or an off odor.

Food history:
Butterscotch is a type of caramel made with brown sugar and butter. It originated in Scotland in the early 19th century and was traditionally served as a hard candy.

Flavor profiles:
The butterscotch syrup is sweet, buttery, and slightly salty.

Serving suggestions:
Drizzle the butterscotch syrup over pancakes, waffles, or ice cream for a decadent treat.

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Taste: Sweet, Caramelized, Buttery, Rich, Sugary