A Taste of Home: Walter’s Chocolate Mint Fudge

Walter’s wife, Jessie, was known in the community for her delicious fudge. When she became sick, Walter continued to use the recipe. Today, Walter makes it for his friends at Parkland.  

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INGREDIENTS  

1 2/3 cup white sugar 
2/3 cup undiluted carnation evaporated milk  
2 tablespoons butter  
½ teaspoon salt  
2 cups mini marshmallows  
1 ½ cups nuts (optional)  
1 teaspoon vanilla  
1 ½ cups mint chocolate chips  
 
METHOD  
Combine sugar, milk, butter and salt in medium saucepan.  
Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil.  
Boil 4-5 minutes (Walter does 4.5 minutes).  
Stirring constantly.  
Remove from heat.  
Stir in marshmallows, chocolate chips (nuts and vanilla optional).  
Stir vigorously until marshmallows melt and blend.  
Pour into foil-lined 8-inch square cake pan.  
Chill and cut into squares.  
Tip from Walter: Prepare the pan before you start!