HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE CARAMEL SAUCE

This is an old recipe from Kraft Foods and the picture is from Kraft Foods, too.

1 bag (14-oz) caramels
1 pkg (8-squares) Semi-Sweet chocolate
1 can (12-oz) evaporated milk
1 cup Touch of Butter spread

Microwave ingredients in 2-quart microwave-safe bowl on High 6 to 8 minutes or until caramels are almost completely melted, stirring every 2 minutes.

Beat with an electric mixer until smooth; cool.

Yield: 4 cups

May be kept in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Place 1 cup in a small decorative jar or 2 cups into a pint jar, tie with a pretty ribbon and give as a gift.

Variation: For Fudge Caramel Sauce, increase chocolate to 12 squares.