Butterscotch Fudge
Creamy, orange-scented, marshmallow and butterscotch walnut fudge.
Recipe Ingredients:
1 cup chopped walnuts1 (7-ounce) jar marshmallow creme
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (11-ounce) package butterscotch flavored chips
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
Cooking Directions:
- Spread 1/2 of the chopped walnuts evenly on the bottom of wax paper lined 13x9x2-inch pan.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine marshmallow creme with sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Bring to a full rolling boil over moderate heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat.
- Add butterscotch chips the cooked mixture and stir until the chips are melted. Stir in orange extract and grated orange peel. Pour into the prepared pan and sprinkle with remaining chopped walnuts. Chill until firm.
Makes about 3 dozen pieces.