1
mix 1/4 cup water and all sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat til sugar is dissolved. DO NOT LET IT BOIL UNTIL SUGAR IS DISSOLVED COMPLETELY.
2
Turn heat to high and cover and let boil for two minutes.
3
Uncover and stir gently while it continues to boil until it turns a nice deep amber color. Remove from heat.
4
CAUTION: READ CAREFULLY: Stand back to avoid scalding yourself as mixture will begin to bubble rapidly when you do the next step.
5
Add the rest of the water and then when the bubbles settle a bit the vanilla and salt and stir gently to mix. Let cool and it will keep in the fridge for up to six months.