Walnut Penuche Microwave
Very sweet and yummy, my sister sent me this recipe knowing how much i love penuche and walnuts does not include 3-5 hour chill time
Steps
Line an 8 inch square pan with foil , letting foil extend above 2 sides.
Grease lightly.
Spread nuts in a 9 inch microwave safe pie plate.
Microwave uncovered on high 6 to 7 minutes , stirring 3 times , until lightly toasted.
Melt butter in a 3 quart microwave safe bowl.
Stir in sugar and milk until blended.
Microwave uncovered on high 7 to 9 minutes , stirring 4 times , until sugar has completely dissolved and mixture has thickened and is a medium caramel color.
Using potholders , move bowl to heatproof surface.
Add vanilla.
Beat with an electric mixer 3 to 4 minutes until smooth and shiny.
Add walnuts and beat on low sped 1 minute to distribute evenly.
Spread in prepared pan.
Cool , then cover and refrigerate until firm , 2 to 3 hours.
Holding foil ends , carefully lift candy to cutting board.
Peel off foil.
Cut candy in 1 inch squares.
Store tightly covered in a cool place.
Ingredients
walnuts, butter, light brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla