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Easy Confection Fudge

INGREDIENTS

3/4cup (1 and 1/2 sticks) butter
3cups sugar
1(5 oz) can evaporated milk (2/3 cup)
1(12 oz) pkg chocolate chips
1(7 oz) jar marshmallow creme
1cup chopped nuts (optional)
1tsp vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS

For Both
1.Lightly grease 13x9-inch or 9-inch square pan.
2.Makes 3 lbs
3.NOTE: Do NOT substitute sweetened condensed milk for evaporated milk.
Microwave
1.Microwave margarine in 4-quart microwaveable bowl or casserole on HIGH 1 minute or until melted.
2.Add sugar and milk; mix well.
3.Microwave on HIGH 5 minutes or until mixture begins to boil, stirring after 3 minutes. Mix well; scrape bowl.
4.Microwave on HIGH 5 1/2 minutes, stirring after 3 minutes.
5.Gradually stir in chips until melted.
6.Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
7.Pour into prepared pan.
8.Cool at room temperature; cut into squares.
Top of Stove
1.Prepare pan as directed.
2.Mix margarine, sugar, and milk in heavy 2 1/2 to 3 quart saucepan; bring to full roiling boil on medium heat, stirring constantly.
3.Continue boiling 5 minutes on medium heat or until candy thermometer reaches 234°F stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
4.Remove from heat.
5.Gradually stir in chips until melted.
6.Add remaining ingredients; mix well.
7.Pour into prepared pan.
8.Cool at room temperature; cut into squares.
9.HIGH ALTITUDE: Decrease recommended temperature (234°F) 2 degrees for every 1,000 feet above sea level.