2 1/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. dairy sour cream
1/4 c. milk
2 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. white syrup
2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. walnuts
1/3 c. quartered candied cherries

Combine first six ingredients in a heavy 2 quart saucepan. Stir over moderate heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture reaches a boil. Boil over moderate heat 9 to 10 minutes to 234 degrees. Remove from heat and allow to stand until lukewarm, 110 degrees, about 1 hour. Add vanilla and beat until mixture just begins to lose its gloss and hold its shape, quickly stir in nuts and cherries and turn into an oiled pan (8 inch square). Let stand until firm before cutting. Makes about 1 1/2 pounds.