Key Lime Fudge - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. white baking pieces
1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tsp. finely shredded lime peel
2 Tbsp. bottled Key lime juice or regular lime juice
1 c. chopped Macadamia nuts (toasted, if desired)
Macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped (optional)

Preparation

Line 8 x 8 x 2-inch or 9 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over edges of pan; butter foil. Set aside. Stir baking pieces and condensed milk in heavy, large saucepan over low heat just until pieces are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in lime peel and lime juice. Stir in 1 cup Macadamia nuts; spread mixture evenly into the prepared pan. If desired, sprinkle a few coarsely chopped Macadamia nuts on top. Cover and chill for 2 hours or until firm. Lift fudge from pan using edges of foil. Peel off foil. Cut into pieces. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Makes 2 1/2 pounds (64 servings).