Easy Fudge

 

2 C sugar

1 can (5 oz.) Pet evaporated milk

12 large marshmallows

1/4 t salt

2 T butter or margarine

1 C (6 oz.) semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/2 C chopped nuts, optional

1 t vanilla

 

In a heavy 2 quart saucepan, combine sugar, milk, marshmallows and salt. Heat over medium heat until bubbly all over. Continue boiling and stirring 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and stir in butter, chocolate chips, nuts and vanilla until chips are completely melted. Spread in a buttered 8 inch square pan. Refrigerate until hardened. Makes 64 1-inch squares.