Cheddar Cheese Fudge recipe

2 cups (1/2 pound) shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup (2 sticks) REAL butter
1/2 cup powdered cocoa
1 1/2 pounds confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups (8 ounces) nonfat dry milk
1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract

Have all ingredients at room temperature: combine in large mixing bowl. Beat until creamy ( it may be necessary to moisten mixture with 1/4 cup whole milk). Put in buttered 9-inch square pan; chill.

When firm, cut into 64 squares.

Makes about 3 1/2 pounds.

NOTE: Drained maraschino cherries, flaked coconut, miniature marshmallows or chopped nuts may be added.