Cranberry Fudge

Cranberry Fudge

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/4 cup light corn syrup

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1/4 cup evaporated milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 6-ounce package Craisins® Sweetened Dried Cranberries

1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional

Line the bottom and sides of 8 x 8-inch pan with plastic wrap. Set aside.

Combine chocolate chips and corn syrup in a medium saucepan. Cook over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Add powdered sugar, evaporated milk and vanilla; stir vigorously until the mixture is thick and glossy. Add sweetened dried cranberries and nuts; mix well. Pour into prepared pan.

Cover and chill until firm, about 8 hours. Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares. Store covered in refrigerator. Serve at room temperature.

Makes 25 pieces.