Melissa Can’t Ruin ‘Em Caramels

2 c whipping cream

1/2 c sweetened condensed milk

2 c light corn syrup

1/2 c water

2 c sugar
1/2 c butter 

Butter a 9 x 13” pan.  Set aside.  In a 4-quart sauce pan, combine ingredients and bring to boil over medium heat – – stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. Stirring often, allow mixture to continue boiling, until it reaches 240°F or soft ball stage.  Perform cold water test often, as mixture begins to darken into a golden caramel color.   Drop a small spoonful of caramel into cold water.  It is done when caramel forms a firm but pliable ball.  Remove from heat and add 1 tsp vanilla.  Pour into prepared pan and let set up.  Cut into squares.