Easy Fudge

Easy Fudge




Yield: One 8-inch pan. Cut squares of fudge into any size you like after it cools. Prep/cooking time: 20 minutes



12-ounce package semi-sweet chocolate chips

14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: 1 cup chopped walnuts



Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil. Lightly grease the pan.



Set your microwave on half or medium power. Use it to melt the chocolate chips with the milk. This will take about 3 to 5 minutes, depending on your microwave.



Stir once while the chips melt. Add in vanilla and, if desired, nuts.



Pour into pan and refrigerate until the candy sets.



Topping option: For a special holiday touch, top with crushed candy canes.



Place 2 candy canes in a plastic baggie, seal the bag and strike the candy with a hammer until it breaks into crumbs.



Press the crumbs into the top layer of the fudge before refrigerating.