OLD-FASHIONED FUDGE

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This is a lot of work, but well worth it. This fudge never lasts past the day I make it.

Provided by BUCHKO

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Fudge Recipes     Chocolate

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
3 cups white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
1 cup evaporated milk
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Butter an 8 or 9 inch square pan. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch, and salt; mix well. In a heavy saucepan, cook butter or margarine until golden brown; remove from heat. Add sugar mixture; mix well. Stir in vinegar and milk; return to heat. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Cover and boil 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in chocolate. Insert a candy thermometer and cook, uncovered to soft ball stage, 238 degrees F ( 114 degrees C). Remove from heat; add vanilla and do not stir. Let it sit until pan is lukewarm and easy to hold.
  • With a sturdy wooden spoon, beat the fudge until it loses is shine.
  • With buttered hands, quickly press mixture into prepared pan. Let cool slightly before cutting. Keep fudge covered tightly with plastic wrap.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 22.3 mg, Sugar 26.1 g

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