kahlua-caramel sauce

adapted from MyRecipes.com

Makes 2 cups

1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar

3/4 cup butter

3/4 cup whipping cream* 

2 teaspoons kahlua

1. Cook brown sugar and butter in a heavy 2-qt. saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 to 4 minutes or until butter is melted and mixture is smooth.
2. Gradually stir in whipping cream. Bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in kaluha. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

Note: To make ahead, prepare recipe as directed. Cover and chill up to 1 week. Reheat in a microwave-safe bowl at MEDIUM-HIGH (70% power) 3 to 4 minutes or until bubbly, stirring at 1-minute intervals. Cool slightly.

*3/4 cup milk + 1/4 cup butter is an equivalent substitute for 1 cup whipping cream