Bread And Buttermilk Fudge

1. 1

   Toast the breadcrumbs with added salt over a medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the lemon zest or vinegar to taste, if using, and set aside.

3. 3

   Combine all the ingredients except the vanilla extract in a large, deep saucepan.

4. 4

   Set over medium heat and stir just until the sugar dissolves.

5. 5

   Watch the mixture carefully as it boils, but do not stir. You will know that it can be removed from the heat when it is golden brown, 1/4 teaspoon of the syrup dropped into ice water forms a small ball or a candy thermometer measures 235u00b0F.

6. 6

   Let the mixture cool to the point where you can touch it, though it's still warm to hot.

7. 7

   Add the vanilla extract and beat with an electric or hand-held whisk until it thickens and is no longer glossy. This might take quite a while.

8. 8

   Stir in the breadcrumbs.

9. 9

   Pour/scrape the fudge into a greased 8-inch square pan.

10. 10

    Chill thoroughly, cut, chomp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.