Add milk, sugar, and salt into a pot large enough that there are a few inches between the level of the milk and the top of the pot.
If using vanilla, cut the vanilla pods lengthwise, scrape the seeds from the pods and add everything into the pot - this is the French version called Confiture de Lait
Turn the heat to medium high, whisk or stir the mixture constantly until it comes to a full boil.
Turn the heat down to barely simmer, and continue to cook, uncovered, for 3 hours.
When the mixture gets to the desired consistency, remove the vanilla pods, and whisk until smooth.
Pour into small jars and let cool. When it cools down completely, put the lid on the jars and keep in the fridge.
NOTE: When in doubt, turn the heat lower. If the heat is to high your milk will boil over and develop a skin, which you won't be able to get rid of later. If the heat is too low you'll just have to cook it longer.
ANOTHER NOTE: Check the consistency at about 2.5 hours. The consistency you are looking for is a loose caramel. It thickens a bit after cooling.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	29508.16 Kcal (123545 kJ)
Calories from fat	0 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0g	0%
Cholesterol	19.6mg	7%
Sodium	852.24mg	36%
Potassium	1678.7mg	36%
Total Carbs	7548.99g	2516%
Sugars	7398.99g	29596%
Protein	29.4g	59%
Calcium	1270.7mg	127%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	347.95 Kcal (1457 kJ)
Calories from fat	0 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0.23mg	7%
Sodium	10.05mg	36%
Potassium	19.79mg	36%
Total Carbs	89.01g	2516%
Sugars	87.25g	29596%
Protein	0.35g	59%
Calcium	15mg	127%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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