To celebrate Cinco de Mayo on Monday, I'll be making a batch of Dulce de Leche this weekend. This traditional Mexican favorite made entirely from sweetened condensed milk. In my imaginary Candy Hall of Fame, Dulce de Leche holds the dual honors of being the Easiest Candy to Make as well as the Most Time Intensive Candy. With only one ingredient it's astoundingly simple, but the eight-hour boiling time requires vigilance and regular supervision. However, the smooth, milky, caramelized sweetness of the resulting candy is well worth the time, and you can make multiple batches at once without any additional effort.
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