Saucepan Espresso Walnut Fudge

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   Line 8- or 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil, extending foil over edges.

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   Butter foil.

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   Melt butter in heavy 4-quart saucepan over medium-low heat.

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   Add whipping cream, chocolate chips and espresso powder.

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   Continue cooking 5-7 minutes until chocolate chips are melted.

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   Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.

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   Add powdered sugar.

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   Beat with a hand mixer at medium speed until well mixed.

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   Spread fudge into prepared pan.

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    Sprinkle with chopped walnuts; gently press nuts into fudge.

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    Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours until firm.

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    Lift fudge from pan with foil ends; cut into squares.

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    Store refrigerated in container with tight-fitting lid.

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    *Substitute 2 to 3 teaspoons instant coffee granules or 2 1/2 tablespoons instant cappuccino drink mix.

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    Dissolve in whipping cream before adding to saucepan.

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    Microwave Directions: Combine butter, cream, chocolate chips and espresso powder in large microwave-safe bowl.

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    Microwave 2-2 1/2 minutes, stirring once, until butter and chocolate chips are melted.

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    Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla.

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    Continue as directed above.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.