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

Combine sugar, sour cream, milk, butter, corn syrup and salt in 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 238 degrees (soft ball stage).

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 holds its shape. Quickly stir in nuts and cherries and turn into oiled pan. Let stand until firm. 1 1/2 lbs.