Peanut Butter Fudge ( and a reminder for December's "Family Recipes: Memories of Family, Food and Fun") Recipe
Ingredients
- PEANUT BUTTER FUDGE
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup crunchy style peanut butter
- 1 cup marshmallow cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
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