2 cup White (granulated) sugar 1/2 cup Corn syrup 2/2 cup Milk or cream 1 tsp Butter 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Optional: 1/2 cup nuts Optional: candied cherries
Mix the first four ingredients, stirring occasionally. Boil to soft to medium ball stage. Use a candy thermometer. Cook, add vanilla and beat with a wooden spoon until stiff. Add nuts and candied cherries if desired.