Cocoa Fudge

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar and cocoa in a saucepan.
2. 2
   Stir in both milk and butter.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat; stir constantly until mixture begins to bubble.
4. 4
   Cover.
5. 5
   Cook for 3 minutes without stirring. Uncover and stir gently.
6. 6
   Continue cooking; stir occasionally until candy thermometer registers 236° or until a small amount of candy dropped in cold water forms a soft ball.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Add vanilla.
9. 9
   Beat candy until creamy and thick.
10. 10
    Pour into a buttered 9-inch square pan.
11. 11
    When cool and firm, cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.
12. 12
    Yields 36 squares.