Kentucky Bourbon Fudge

Step 1

In a heavy saucepan, mix sugar and cocoa until blended.

Step 2

Add milk and stir until blended.

Step 3

Add heat and slowly bring mixture to a boil. Allow mixture to boil up and dissolve sugar crystals on the sides of the pan.

Step 4

Boil until candy reaches the soft ball stage (230-240 degrees), stirring constantly.

Step 5

To test for "soft ball stage" drop a little of the candy mixture in clean, ice cold water. If you can roll it around with your finger and it holds together, it's ready.

Step 6

Remove from heat, and stir in bourbon.

Step 7

"Beat" mixture with a spoon, stirring briskly until the candy starts to crust around the sides of the saucepan and the mixture thickens considerably.

Step 8

Pour into a buttered 9x13 glass dish. Allow to cool slightly and cut into squares.

Step 9

Press a whole pecan into the top of each square.

Step 10

Enjoy!