2 cups sugar
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 cup chopped nuts

Combine sugar, buttermilk, baking soda and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook about 7 minutes or to the soft ball stage (234-240°F on candy thermometer).

Add nuts and beat until candy thickens. Pour onto waxed paper.

Cooks Note: Use of a candy thermometer is recommended.

Makes 2 pounds candy.