Fudge that will set recipe

[Tootiredforgodtyping]

I'd like to make fudge to give to people for christmas, does anyone have a recipe that works, as i've never managed to get fudge to get.....

[KatyMac]

Have you a fudge thermometer

If so this one works
1 can evap milk
2lbs sugar
8oz butter
Flavours

Melt then boil to soft ball stage, cool, beat & pour to set

[Tootiredforgodtyping]

I don't have a sugar thermometer

[Alouiseg]

Drop some of the mixture into a glass of cold water, if it forms a ball of fudge then it's ready.

[KatyMac]

But you need to boil for an hour or so

[LoopyLoops]

I have learned the key to fudge. The true holy grail.

Do do the ball in glass of water thing, then beat it with a wooden spoon for about 10-15 minutes, until it is cool, then spread onto tray to set. Do not put it into the fridge at any point.

[LoopyLoops]

You don't need a thermometer. It should take about 20-30 minutes to get to soft ball stage. You should stir for the whole time.

But don't forget the beating while cooling bit.

[MummyBerryJuice]

Looph is right. The beating is key. Best done with a wooden spoon and until the mixture gets really thick and creamy and tRts to set on the edges.

I would get a sugar themometer if I were younas I get very impatient without it and tend to stop boiling it too soon!