John's Favorite Molasses Taffy

When I was in high school and college, we had a lot of house parties where we ate, played cards, played music, etc and Judy usually made taffy we could try a hand at pulling. It was at the house parties I learned what a great combination popcorn and fudge is...
2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter--add at 240 degrees

Cook until 270 degrees. Pour onto a large platter and when cool enough, butter your hands and start pulling. When the right texture, lay the taffy in ropes and mark with a knife for breaking and then wrap pieces in waxed or cellophane papers.

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