January 9, 2009
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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Well Hurro dur again!
This time, in swing with the holidays, I'm gonna share with you one of my favourite things. FUDGE!
Now, I would hope everyone here has had fudge at least once in your life; but let me tell you...my mom makes the best fudge I've ever had!... and no joke. After some silver-tongued devilry (and much brandy) I managed to coax the recipe out of her. Now, living in the USA, I go by the Standard system of measure. Some of my calculations may be a touch off, but hopefully you get the gist of what I'm trying to say, and can make this without problem. I really do hope you enjoy, and do try to have a merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays!
Ducky ^_^
Best Fudge Recipe
Ingredients3 Cups sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter or margarine
1 Small can (5 oz) evaporated milk (about 2/3 cup)
1 1/2 pkg (12 squares) Semi Sweet baking chocolate Chopped
1 Jar (7 oz) Marshmallow Creme
1 Cup chipped walnuts OPTIONAL!!!
1 Teaspoon vanilla
Directions Line a 9 inch (23 centimeter) square pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan, set aside or use a foil tray. Place sugar, butter, and evaporated milk in large heavy saucepan. Bring to full rolling boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 4 min or until candy thermometer reaches 234°F (112°C) stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Remove from heat.
Add chocolate and marshmallow creme, stir until completely melted. Add walnuts and/or vanilla. Mix well.
Pour immediately into prepared pan, spread to form even layer in pan. Let stand at room temperature 4 hours or until completely cooled. Cut into 1 inch squares. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature. Makes 3lbs (1.36K) or 40 servings, about two squares each serving.
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