mom's blonde peanut fudge
This recipe brings back lots of loving memories of my parents. Mom made this for my Dad for as long back as I can remember. Of all the candy that Mom made, this was his favorite.
prep time
5 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
48 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 16 ounces raw peanuts
- 13 ounce cans evaporated milk (not condensed)
- 8 ounces miniature marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
How To Make mom's blonde peanut fudge
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Step 1Combine sugar, butter, salt, milk and peanuts in a heavy medium sized saucepan.
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Step 2Cook over medium heat until candy thermometer reads 238 degrees (soft ball stage).
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Step 3Remove from heat, add marshmallows and vanilla.
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Step 4Beat with a wooden spoon until candy holds it's shape. This part seems to take forever. You will think it isn't going to set but just give it time.
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Step 5Pour into a buttered 11"x17"x1" pan. Let set until firm. Cut and store in an airtight container.
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Step 6This can be frozen and eaten right out of the freezer.
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