Mamaw’s Old-Timey Fudge

3 cups sugar
2/3 cups Hershey cocoa
1/8 teaspoon salt
12 ounce can evaporated milk
1/4 cup (4 Tablespoons) butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup pecan pieces, optional

Line an 8x8 inch dish (or smaller) with foil and butter the foil. Set aside.

In a large heavy - bottomed sauce pan (at least 3 quarts), whisk together the sugar, cocoa, and salt. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the evaporated milk and turn the heat on medium high.

Once the sugar and cocoa have dissolved, put a candy thermometer in the candy and begin boiling the mixture. Once it comes to a boil, stop stirring! Reduce the heat to medium and let it gently boil until it reaches 235°. This will take approximately 12 to 13 minutes. 

When it reaches 235°, add the better and vanilla without stirring and remove it from the heat. Do not stir! Allow it to sit undisturbed until the temperature drops to 115°. Then add nut if you were adding them. Beat the fudge with your wooden spoon for 2 to 3 minutes or until it loses its glossiness. As soon as the shine disappears, pour it immediately into your foil lined 8 x 8” dish (or smaller if you want thicker fudge) and gently spread it. Allow it to cool completely and harden. Cut with a sharp knife.


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