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corn syrup and salt and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Boil over moderate heat for 4 minutes. Remove from the heat. Using a long spoon, stir in the baking soda ...

Butter sides of a heavy saucepan with 1 tablespoon butter. Then add sugar, water, corn syrup, vinegar and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar, over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.