Penuche

Directions

1. 1
   Grease 9-inch pan.
2. 2
   In a heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat until mixture begins to boil, continue cooking, without stirring, to softball stage (234 degrees F.).
4. 4
   Remove from heat, and cool to 110 degrees F.
5. 5
   Beat in vanilla, nuts, and candied cherries until thick.
6. 6
   Pour into prepared pan.
7. 7
   Cool till firm.
8. 8
   Cut into 1/2-inch squares.