Corn Syrup Alternative

We are trying to be more healthy. We don't use corn syrup often at all. But, it seems to be a main ingredient when making candies. I saw this and wanted to remember to try it. It is worth a shot.


Corn Syrup Alternative
* 2 cups sugar
* 3/4 cup water
* 1/4 tsp. cream of tarter
* dash of salt

Combine all ingredients in a heavy, large pan. Stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and put a cover on for 3 minutes to get sugar crystals off the sides of the pan. Uncover and cook until it reaches soft ball stage. Stir often.

Cool syrup and store in a covered container at room temperature. It will keep for 2 months. Yields almost 2 cups.