Mexican Orange Drops

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk in double boiler.
2. 2
   Melt 1 cup of the sugar in heavy saucepan.
3. 3
   When the sugar is brown, add the hot orange juice, and then the hot milk.
4. 4
   Stir in the rest of the sugar and the salt.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil and cook covered for 3 minutes, then uncover and cook over low heat, without stirring, to the softball stage.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and add the orange zest.
7. 7
   Cool.
8. 8
   Beat until creamy, and stir in the nuts.
9. 9
   Roll into balls and let harden on foil.