Hootch

This came from my sister-in-law Mary and became my traditional candy to use for Christmas gifts. When my Mexican cleaning lady tasted it, she had to have the recipe--it tastes much better than the brown sugar candy they sell in Tiajuana.

6 cups sugar
3 small cans evaporated milk (18 oz)
1 pint white corn syrup
1/2 lb butter
2 lbs nuts--yes, 2 lbs

Mix all but nuts and cook on low heat at a slow bubble for an hour or so until soft but firm stage. (Cook in a heavy pan and stir often.) Remove and beat until like fudge. Add nuts. Makes two large pans.

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