Grandma Inez' Candy Easter Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk and butter until hot.
2. 2
   Add sugar and salt.
3. 3
   It will become a stiff fondant.
4. 4
   Add about a teaspoon of flavoring (she would use the cherry juice from the maraschino cherries).
5. 5
   Knead well.
6. 6
   Let stand for 30 minutes, and then add in fruits and nuts.
7. 7
   Shape into egg shapes, and let sit overnight in the refrigerator.
8. 8
   Melt together chocolate and wax.
9. 9
   Dip candy eggs into chocolate mixture, stirring chocolate after each dipped egg, and let dry thoroughly before adding any decorations.