Date Nut Roll Candy

Directions

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   Combine sugar
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   and
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   milk
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   in
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   a heavy saucepan and cook over medium heat
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   to
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   the soft ball stage.
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   Add dates and boil for 3 more minutes, or until the candy leaves the sides of the pan. Remove from heat; add butter and vanilla, along with the nuts and beat
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   to
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    the
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    desired
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    consistency.
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    Roll in a damp cloth and allow to stand.
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    Slice and serve.