my mother's best fudge recipe (5 pounds)
This is a recipe that my mother has made since I was small. It is so creamy that it will literally not get dried out for a long time (if it lasts). It's a process and based on the Russell Stover's recipe, supposedly, but way better because it's homemade. It was my father's favorite (he's now passed) but I can remember seeing his face light up for this fudge. She always added at least a pound to two of nuts in this recipe. Of course, if your family doesn't like nuts, you can leave them out. This is probably our family's favorite sweet for the holiday just because it tastes so great.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
This fudge recipe is quite a treat! It's creamy and full of chocolate flavor. Since there is no specific type of chocolate mentioned, we went with milk chocolate chips. We also opted for pecans and loved the crunch in every bite. If you don't like nuts, leave them out. This fudge will be just as fantastic. You're not going to be able to stop eating pieces of this delicious fudge.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sugar
- 1 can evaporated milk, 12 oz
- 2 sticks butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 bag chocolate chips, 12 oz
- 1 package regular marshmallows, 16 oz bag
- 2 pounds pecans or black walnuts (optional)
How To Make my mother's best fudge recipe (5 pounds)
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Step 1Before beginning, take a large dish (at least 9 x 12 or larger) and butter it, getting it ready for the fudge to be poured into when the fudge is finished. -
Step 2In a heavy pan, add the sugar, evaporated milk, and 2 sticks of butter. Start heating this over medium heat to medium-high heat.
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Step 3Heat to a boil and let it boil on low heat until it comes to a soft-ball stage.
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Step 4At this point, add the vanilla. Do not let it go any longer. Do not continue cooking. It is very important to take it off at this point so it doesn't overcook or get sugary.
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Step 5Add the chocolate chips and marshmallows. Start stirring quickly into the hot mixture.
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Step 6If you want nuts, add the nuts at this point.
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Step 7Pour it into the greased pan. This will have to set for several hours before cutting because it is a very deep fudge and makes 5 pounds. PATIENCE is worth the wait.
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