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Step by Step method

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  Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.

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  In a heavy 4-quart saucepan combine the sugar, water, corn syrup, and cream of tartar and put over high heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar has dissolved. Cover and continue to cook for 5 minutes.

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  Meanwhile, combine the heavy cream and soy sauce in a liquid measuring cup. Have this and the butter standing by.

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  Remove the lid from the sugar mixture, and attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. When the sugar mixture reaches 220 degrees F, reduce the heat to medium and cook, without stirring, until the syrup is a golden color and is approaching 250 degrees F, about 6 to 7 minutes.

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  Remove the pan from the heat, and gently swirl to break up all of the hot pockets.

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  Cool for 2 minutes.

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  Carefully incorporate the cream and soy mixture and the butter into the pan. Stir to combine. 

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  Return the caramel to medium heat, stir until the butter is completely melted, and continue cooking until it reaches 255 degrees F. 

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  Remove from the heat and pour into the parchment-lined pan, tap gently to release air bubbles.

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  Cool on a cooling rack for 30 minutes, and then sprinkle evenly with the salt. 

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  Continue cooling on the rack for an additional 3 1/2 hours. 

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  Cut into 1-inch pieces and wrap individually in parchment. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.   

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