Mother's Fudge

Directions

1. 1
   Butter an 8 x 8-inch pan.
2. 2
   Combine sugar, butter, milk, salt, and chocolate in medium saucepan.
3. 3
   Stirring constantly, cook over medium heat until all ingredients melt and come to a boil.
4. 4
   Do not scrape down the sides of the pan.
5. 5
   Lower heat, insert candy thermometer, and let boil slowly without stirring for about 10 minutes or until soft ball forms when dropped in a cup of cold water (238 degrees F on a candy thermometer).
6. 6
   Remove pan from heat and cool.
7. 7
   Add vanilla.
8. 8
   Beat steadily until fudge loses its gloss.
9. 9
   Add nuts.
10. 10
    Pour into pan.
11. 11
    Cool for 20 minutes and cut into squares.
12. 12
    Store in airtight container or wrap in tinfoil.