PUFFED RICE CANDY 
5 oz. puffed rice cereal
2 c. granulated sugar
2 c. water
2 tbsp. white vinegar
2 tbsp. molasses
4 oz. butter

Combine sugar, water, and vinegar in a very large pt. Heat to boiling over medium high heat, stirring constantly. Boil 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, put puffed rice into oven at 300 degrees to crisp, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; add butter and molasses and cook, stirring frequently to 260 degrees on candy thermometer. Watch carefully so mixture doesn't burn.

Remove from heat quickly; add warm puffed rice and mix until well coated. Spread mixture on cookie sheet to cool. Then break off a chunk and enjoy.

 

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