Vanilla Fudge

Directions

1. 1
   Place all ingredients, except vanilla and nuts, in saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture boils. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, to soft ball stage (238°). Remove from heat.
2. 2
   Add vanilla.
3. 3
   Cool to lukewarm (110°).
4. 4
   Then beat until fudge begins to thicken and loses its gloss.
5. 5
   Pour in nuts.
6. 6
   Quickly spread into an 8-inch square pan.
7. 7
   Cool.
8. 8
   Cut into squares.
9. 9
   Makes about 2 pounds.
10. 10
    If desired, add 1/4 cup candied maraschino cherries.