Peanut Butter Fudge

1. 1

   Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil and lightly grease with vegetable spray.

2. 2

   Sprinkle the peanuts over the bottom of the pan.

3. 3

   Put the milk and sugar in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan fitted with a candy thermometer.

4. 4

   Boil over medium heat, occasionally stirring to keep from sticking.

5. 5

   Cook until the mixture reaches 240 degrees F (soft ball).

6. 6

   Remove from the heat and gently place the butter, peanut butter and vanilla in the pan, taking care not to disturb the syrup.

7. 7

   Do not stir.

8. 8

   Let the mixture cool down for 5 minutes, then beat vigorously with a spoon or the flat beater of a stationary mixer until dense and smooth.

9. 9

   Turn the fudge into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a metal spatula.

10. 10

    With a sharp knife, score into portions.

11. 11

    Let set, 45 minutes then cut into 1 1/3-inch squares.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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