Penuche Candy

Directions

1. 1
   Combine sugar, salt and milk.
2. 2
   Cook, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves and mixture bonds. Continue cooking until soft ball stage (236°).
3. 3
   Stir frequently after mixture begins to thicken. Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Add butter and vanilla.
5. 5
   Cool without stirring until lukewarm.
6. 6
   Add nuts.
7. 7
   Beat until mixture loses its gloss.
8. 8
   Pour into buttered 8 x 8-inch pan.
9. 9
   Cool and cut.
10. 10
    Makes 36 pieces.