Homemade Sweetened Condensed Milk

 Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients
   In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine whole milk and sugar.

2. Heat the Mixture
   Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

3. Reduce and Thicken
   Lower heat and cook for 1–1.5 hours, stirring frequently, until reduced by half and thickened.

4. Add Vanilla
   Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

5. Cool and Store
   Let cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container.
   Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.