3/4 c. evaporated milk
2 1/4 c. sugar
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate bits
1/3 c. corn syrup
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped nuts

Combine milk and sugar in heavy pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. Reduce heat to low, cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add chocolate, syrup, butter, and vanilla immediately, stirring until chocolate melts and mixture is smooth and creamy. Add nuts; pour into 8 x 8 x 2 inch, buttered pan. Chill for 1-2 hours. Yields about 2 1/2 pounds.