Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      cup           Sugar
     1/4  cup           Molasses
   1      tablespoon    Vinegar
     1/2  cup           Butter
   2      tablespoons   Hot water
     1/4  teaspoon      Salt

Preparation:

heat sugar in a smooth, heavy skillet, stirring constantly until melted. Pour quickly into a saucepan in which other ingredients have been heated slowly together. Boil until brittle when tested in cold water. Pour over corn. Add chop'd nuts or dates, if desired. Shape with buttered hands while war