2 cups sugar
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup light corn syrup (Karo)
2 (1 oz. ea.) sq. chocolate
1 tbsp. butter
pinch of salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 to 1 cup nuts (optional)

Combine all ingredients except nuts in saucepan; boil for 4 minutes. Remove from heat; add nuts (if using).

Beat until barely stiff enough to pour.