This is a thin, quite brandy flavored, sauce – perfect for bread puddings.  It soaks in and flavors each bite!  Try it on waffles for a more “sophisticated” brunch treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 Tab melted butter
• 1 c sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 5 ounces water
• 1/2 c brandy
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions:

1. In a saucepot, heat the butter, sugar, salt, and water for 5 minutes.
2. Then add the brandy and vanilla extract and heat an additional minute.

Serves:  makes about 1 cup

Source:  Keith Famie’s Adventures  Recipe courtesy of Janette Wiehahn