Buttermilk Fudge

Directions

1. 1
   Combine buttermilk and soda in heavy 3-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Let sit 20 minutes.
3. 3
   Add sugar and corn syrup.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
5. 5
   When mixture boils, add butter and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reaches soft ball stage (236° to 238° on a candy thermometer).
6. 6
   It will
7. 7
   have turned a medium brown color.
8. 8
   Remove from heat and allow to cool to lukewarm (110°), then beat until mixture loses its gloss and starts to thicken.
9. 9
   Stir in nuts and turn into a buttered 8-inch square pan until firm.
10. 10
    Makes approximately 1 1/2 pounds.