Smalley shared with us his recipe for the perfect caramel sauce. Receive a weekly dose of discovery in your inbox! We'll also keep you up to date with New Scientist events and special offers.

Use the caramel sauce for dipping or put it out for your next sundae bar. We're also thinking a brownie sundae with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce is in our future.

Caramel Bread Popcorn Recipe: Bread slices cut into cubes and tossed in caramel syrup - try out this yummy munchie for your next movie night. It also makes for a quick and easy snack for kids.