Ingredients
2 teaspoons plus 1/2 cup butter, divided4-1/2 cups sugar1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk3 cups chopped macadamia nuts, divided12 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped1 package (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
Preparation
Line two 9-in. square pans with foil; butter the foil with the 2 teaspoons butter. Set aside.
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, milk and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in 2 cups nuts, chopped chocolate, chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, vanilla and, if desired, salt.
Pour fudge into prepared pans; sprinkle remaining nuts over top and press in lightly. Refrigerate until firm. Using foil, lift fudge out of pans. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container.
