Just Plain Fudge

Directions

1. 1
   Place 2 quart saucepan on stove over medium heat, with all ingredients, except butter and vanilla, stirring all only until sugar is dissolved.
2. 2
   Cover until it begins to boil.
3. 3
   Remove cover and reduce heat to low.
4. 4
   Insert
5. 5
   candy thermometer, cook until thermometer reads 240 degrees.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and add butter - DO NOT STIR.
7. 7
   Allow to cool undisturbed until temp is 120 degrees. Add vanilla and whip until fudge begins to dull.
8. 8
   Pour onto buttered marble candy board, aluminum pan or similar surface.
9. 9
   Cut into bite sized pieces when ready to serve.