Lovers of creme caramel mustr stry this ridiculously simple recipe for the lucious golden "milk candy" that is popular all over Latin America. It is made by caramelizing the natural sugars in condensed milk, which can be done right in the can! It's a very safe (and fascinatin) way to make caramel. The result is a smooth, creamy, easy caramel sauce. To make thicker caramel filling for a cake or pastry, simmer the can for 1-1/2 hrs.
Remove the label from the can (do not open or puncture it). Stand the can up in a saucepan and cover it with water. Bring the water to a gentle simmer and simmer for 1 hour; refilling the pan with hot water as needed to keep the can covered. Let cool, then open the can and pour into a serving pitcher. The milk we be tan in color and look like smootj, creamy caramel sauce.
Serve over pound cake, ice cream, or use to dip marshmallows, bananas or other fruit.
***the dulce de leche can be covered & kept refrigerted for at least 1 week.