Manjar Chileno

Step by stepInstructions

1. Combine the milk, sugar, baking soda, vanilla, and cinnamon in a large, heavy-bottomed pot and stir to dissolve the sugar.
2. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly, then lower the heat to a steady, lazy simmer.
3. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring every 5 minutes at first and constantly toward the end, until the mixture is thick, glossy, and deep caramel in color.
4. Watch closely in the final 15 minutes — manjar scorches quickly once it thickens.
5. Remove the cinnamon stick and pour the manjar into a clean jar.
6. Cool completely, then refrigerate; it will thicken further as it chills.