Scottish Tablet

Method

• step 1

  Using a large pan (the mixture will triple in size and you don't want this to boil over), add just enough milk to dampen sugar then add condensed milk and butter.

• step 2

  Bring to boil stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.

• step 3

  Reduce heat and simmer for just under 20 minutes. The mixture turn a light, golden brown colour.

• step 4

  Test by taking a teaspoonful and dousing in glass of water. It should drip in a slow goo on to the plate.

• step 5

  Take the pan off the heat and stir. You need to stir a lot, pulling the cooled mixture from the sides and bottom back into the mixture.

• step 6

  The mixture will gradually thicken, keep stirring until it is only just pourable. Pour into a lightly greased baking tray.

• step 7

  After 30 minutes, cut the tablet into squares while still warm and leave to cool.

• step 8

  Break into cubes once cool.