New Orleans Daily Picayune advertisement. 1883

During the holiday season I wanted a forgiving fudge recipe that didn’t rely on perfect conditions to succeed. My home is nearly nine feet below sea level where fudge is easier to manage than high-altitude fudge

After some testing, I found that a traditional “easy” substitute—sweetened condensed milk plus a bit of unsweetened chocolate—gives a fudge that’s less sugary but still rich in chocolate flavor.

This recipe makes about 2.5 pounds of fudge.

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