Black Walnut Fudge

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My dad's favorite fudge.

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Steps

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In a heavy 5-quart kettle / pot over medium heat , bring the sugars , half-and-half or cream , and corn syrup to a boil , stirring until the sugars dissolve and the mixture begins to boil.

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Reduce the heat to medium low.

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Cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes to dissolve the sugar crystals on the sides of the pan.

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Remove the lid.

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Cook slowly , stirring only as needed to prevent scorching , to the soft ball stage.

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Remove from the heat.

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Add the butter , and walnuts , without stirring or shaking the pan.

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Cool to lukewarm , about an hour.

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Butter a pan.

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Add the vanilla.

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Beat by hand until the candy begins to thicken and lose its gloss.

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Pour into the buttered pan.

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Cool and cut into squares.

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Store in an airtight container.

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Ingredients

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granulated sugar, light brown sugar, half-and-half, light corn syrup, butter, black walnut, vanilla