Caramelised sugar

Ingredients:

Sugar - 1 cup

Water - 1/4 cup

Method

1. Combine sugar and water over medium-low heat in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
2. Add a couple of drops of lemon juice to the mixture and bring it to a boil stirring continuously.
3. Once the mixture starts boiling DO NOT stir or the sugar will crystalize.
4. Let the mixture simmer till it starts turning amber coloured.
5. Remove from flame and immerse the bottom of the pan in ice cold water to stop the caramelization process. If it crosses amber and turns darker, the sugar will burn.
6. Use immediately in recipe of your choice! Pour over ice cream, toss roasted nuts and dry fruits and use that as condiment, coat apples...caramel can be enjoyed in many ways!