• 1/2 cup butter 
• 3/4 cup brown sugar 
• 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar 
• 1/3 cup whipping cream 
• 1 teaspoon vanilla 
• 2 teaspoons brandy (optional) 

Cream butter; gradually add sugars, beating thoroughly. 
Slowly add cream and vanilla, beating constantly. 
Pile into sauce dish. 
Make a well in center; add brandy and let sit until brandy is all soaked up. 
Chill well before serving. 

Lemon Hard Sauce 
Add 1 teaspoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind. 

Spicy Hard Sauce 
Add 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon cloves. 

Yield: 1 1/2  cup.