BUTTERMILK FUDGE 
1 c. finely chopped walnuts, divided
1 (7 oz.) jar marshmallow creme
1 1/2 c. sugar
2/3 c. evaporated milk
1/4 c. (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (12 oz.) pkg. (2 c.) Nestle butterscotch morsels
1 tsp. orange extract
1 tsp. grated orange rind

Line 8" square pan with foil. Spread 1/2 cup walnuts evenly on bottom of pan; set aside.

In heavy gauge saucepan, combine marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Bring to full rolling boil over moderate heat, stirring constantly. Boil 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add butterscotch morsels; stir until morsels are melted and mixture is smooth. Stir in orange extract and orange rind. Pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup walnuts on top. Chill until firm, about 2 hours. Makes about 2 1/3 pounds.

 

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