2 c  Sugar

    1/2 ts Salt

      1 c  Milk

      2    Squares unsweetened choc.

      2 tb Butter

      1 ts Vanilla

    1/2 c  Chopped walnuts (Opt.)

    1/8 c  Chopped candied cherries

  Butter a shallow dish and set aside.  Combine sugar, salt and milk in a
  large saucepan. Add chocolate and cook over low heat until chocolate is
  melted. Stirring occasionally, increase heat and bring to full rolling
  boil. Continue cooking until it reaches soft ball, 234 degrees F on your
  candy thermometer. Remove from heat and add butter. Let cool to about 130
  degrees.  Add vanilla and beat until fudge begins to thicken. RAPIDLY fold
  in walnuts and cherries (if desired), and INSTANTLY turn the mixture into
  buttered dish.  It's ready to eat almost immediately. Cut into squares and
  serve.