This recipe for Molasses Fudge was submitted by Ann Joy.

Molasses Fudge

2 cups granulated sugar

3 tablespoons cocoa powder

2/3 cup milk (whole)

1 cup molasses

4 tablespoons butter (do not use margarine)

1 cup chopped pecans (coarsely chopped)

1. Mix the sugar and cocoa in a heavy saucepan. Add the molasses, milk and butter. Mix and cook until the mixture reaches 238°F (115°C), stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and let stand 5 minutes.
2. Beat until creamy using a wooden spoon. Stir in the nuts and pour mixture into an 8-inch square buttered pan. When slightly set, mark into squares. Let stand until firm.

Makes 48 (1-inch) squares.