This is a cheating version of fudge; requires no beating and it doesn't get grainy. The marshmallows are not OPTIONAL; they are melted into the fudge to provide essential body. SO DON'T LEAVE THEM OUT! The raisins are optional but a nice surprise.
2 | Tbsp. | Butter or margarine |
1 | Can | Evaporated milk |
1 2/3 | Cups | Sugar |
1/2 | Tsp. | Salt |
2 | Cups | Miniature marshmallows |
1 1/2 | Cups | Semi-sweet chocolate chips |
1 | Tsp. | Vanilla |
1/2 | Cup | Coarsly chopped walnuts, toasted |
1/2 | Cup | Golden raisins, plumped |
5 minutes in 1 cup boiling water then drained | ||
(OPTIONAL) |
Butter an 8" square pan and set aside. In a saucepan, combine butter, evaporated milk, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat; stirring occasionally. Boil 4 to 5 minutes (stir constantly while boiling). Remove from heat. Stir in marshmallows, chocolate and vanilla. Stir well for 1 minute or until marshmallows melt and are fully blended. Stir in the nuts and raisins. Pour into prepared pan. Cool about 2 hours. Cut into 1" squares. Store covered.