Creamy fudge

Ingredients

• 3 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup Karo syrup
• 1 (5 1/3-oz.) can evaporated milk
• 1/4 cup cocoa
• 1 stick margarine
• 1 tbl. vanilla
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (optional)
• 1 cup nuts, optional

Directions

In saucepan, combine and cook the sugar, syrup, milk, cocoa and margarine over medium heat until soft ball stage is reached. Stir frequently to prevent scorching in bottom of pan.
Remove from heat; add vanilla and peanut butter or nuts, if desired. Mix well and pour into buttered dish to cool.
Cut into squares while still warm. Store in airtight container.