Syrup

Ingredients

• 1 lbButter
• 1/2 gallonbuttermilk
• 16 cupssugar
• 2 1/2 TablespoonsBaking Soda
• 2 TablespoonsVanilla

Nutrition / serving

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Method

1. 1

   Set a large, heavy-bottomed pot (this batch foams up considerably, so choose a pot at least twice the volume of the ingredients) over medium heat and melt the butter.

2. 2

   Once melted, stir in the sugar and buttermilk until the sugar is mostly dissolved.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to keep it from scorching on the bottom.

4. 4

   Reduce heat slightly and boil for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until the syrup thickens slightly and turns a light golden color.

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5. 5

   Remove the pot from the heat and carefully whisk in the baking soda — the mixture will foam up dramatically, so add it gradually and keep whisking until the foaming subsides.

6. 6

   Once settled, return briefly to low heat if needed to smooth the syrup out, then whisk in the vanilla.

7. 7

   Let the syrup cool slightly before serving warm over biscuits or pancakes; store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and rewarm gently before serving.