4 c. sugar
2 c. milk
1/2 c. butter (1 stick)
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. almond extract
1/3 c. coarsely chopped pecans
1/3 c. coarsely chopped candy cherries

Combine sugar, milk, butter, and salt in large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, dissolving sugar. Cook over low heat to soft ball stage, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, and cool at room temperature. Add vanilla and almond extract; beat vigorously. Let fudge thickened lose it's gloss. Stir in pecans and cherries.