Spiced English Walnuts

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, salt, cinnamon and milk, stirring constantly.
2. 2
   Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves, then boil, (10 minutes), without stirring, until the syrup forms a soft ball in cold water (234° to 240°).
3. 3
   Remove the pan from the heat, and add the nuts and vanilla.
4. 4
   Spread the candy out on wax paper.
5. 5
   Let cool before cutting.