🍫 Paula Deen's 5-Minute Fudge 🍫

Simplicity meets indulgence in every bite! Perfect for busy days or last-minute gatherings.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 (6 ounce) package milk chocolate chips
- 1 and ½ cups white sugar
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 16 large marshmallows
- ½ teaspoon salt

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. In a medium saucepan, combine white sugar, evaporated milk, unsalted butter, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly for 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the milk chocolate chips until they are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat. Quickly add marshmallows, vanilla extract, and chopped nuts, stirring vigorously until well combined.
4. Pour the fudge mixture into an 8-inch square pan. Allow it to cool at room temperature until set.
5. Once cooled, cut the fudge into squares and serve.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 280 per serving
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a richer flavor, try using dark chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder to the fudge mixture for a unique twist.
- Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of the fudge.

⏳ Preparation time ⏳
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 5 minutes | Serving: 16 squares