Fudge

This fudge is worth every minute you spend stirring the mixture.

Ingredients

950 ml caster sugar
250 g butter
250 ml milk
1 tin condensed milk (397 g)
10 ml karamel essence

Method

Place caster sugar, butter and milk in a big saucepan, heat mixture slowly while stirring, for sugar to dissolve.
Add condensed milk.
Boil for 40 to 60 minutes, stir continually.
To test if the fudge is ready, drop a small quantity into cold water, let it cool slightly. If it forms a soft ball that can be rolled between your fingers, the mixture is ready.
Remove from heat, stir caramel essence into the mixture.
Beat with a wooden spoon until mixture is thick and smooth.
Grease a baking tray 23 X 25 cm.
Pour fudge into tray.
Allow to cool, cut into squares before it cools down completely.