Caramel Grapes

Ingredients and Weight:

• Seedless grapes: 2 pounds (907g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Unsalted butter: 1/2 cup (113g), cut into small cubes
• Heavy cream: 1/4 cup (59ml)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Wash and dry the grapes.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and add the sugar. Cook while stirring until the sugar turns golden brown.
3. Add the grapes to the skillet and stir to coat them in the caramel.
4. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Stir until the sauce thickens and coats the grapes.
5. Remove from heat and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving)

• Calories: 250
• Total fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 15mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and sticky
• Grapes are tender but retain their firm texture
• Caramel sauce is rich and creamy

User Comments:

• "These grapes are absolutely delicious! The caramel is perfectly balanced and the grapes are so juicy."
• "I love the simplicity of this dish. It's easy to make and the results are always impressive."
• "I served these grapes at a dinner party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how good they were."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overcook the sugar or it will become bitter.
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute milk or evaporated milk.
• To make the dish more decadent, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream to each serving.