Cherry Nut Fudge
* Exported from MasterCook *
Cherry-Nut Fudge
Recipe By : Tribune Chronicle - Feb. 14, 1998
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Candy
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 pounds confectioner's coating*
14 ounces Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup coarsely chopped Maraschino cherries -- well drained*
1 teaspoon almond extract
Lightly grease a 9-inch heart-shaped cake pan; line with wax paper. Set aside.
In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt the coating with condensed milk; remove from heat and stir in nuts, cherries and extract. Spread evenly in prepared pan. Chill 2 hours or until firm. Remove from pan; peel wax paper off. Garnish as desired. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.
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NOTES : *Or use 3 (6-oz.) packages semisweet chocolate chips
*Or 1/2 cup coarsely chopped red candied cherries