FRENCH SILK FUDGE

Steps:

• Butter an 8-by-11-inch baking pan and set aside.
• In a 2-quart glass bowl, mix the sugar and the evaporated milk.
• Microwave on high, uncovered, for 3 minutes.
• Remove from the microwave oven and stir.
• Microwave an additional 2 minutes, watching closely so that the mixture doesn't boil over.
• Meanwhile, cut the butter into four pieces and set aside.
• Remove the sugar mixture from the microwave and stir in the butter and marshmallows until both are melted.
• Add the chocolate chips, vanilla and nuts, and mix well.
• Spread into the buttered pan and chill for at least an hour, or until firm.
• Cut into small (1-inch) squares and store in tins or plastic storage bags in the refrigerator for up to five days.