I wanted to remind you on May 12th its National Nutty Fudge Day #NationalNuttyFudgeDay a day to sweeten our taste buds with a dose of delicious Nutty Fudge. I don’t know about your but #Fudge sure sounds good today.
Did you know every piece of Fudge tastes a little bit better with a small sprinkling of Nuts on top, doesn’t it? That is exactly what National Nutty Fudge Day represents, no, matter what flavor of Fudge you prefer from Chocolate, to Vanilla, or the more exotic flavors of Fudge. National Nutty Fudge Day is held to honor this simple treat, and remember Nutty Fudge Day is all about the making and eating, Nut-filled Fudge. Celebrate with us!
History of National Nutty Fudge Day
Here is a fun fact for you. There is a bit of back and forth about who first came up with this ooey-gooey dessert, or even why it is called ‘Fudge’. While Fudge is thought to be an American invention, its origins are as yet unclear.
Multiple stories attribute the invention of Fudge to a letter written by Vassar College student Emelyn Battersby Hartridge, about either her Cousin or a schoolmate’s Cousin, from Baltimore, Maryland. This letter referred to Fudge the other girl had made and sold for 40 cents per pound. Hartridge got this recipe and proceeded to make 30 pounds of Fudge for the Vassar College senior auction.
Another story revolves around a young apprentice Caramel maker who was tasked with stirring the pot of Caramel while his boss was out front serving the customers. Unfortunately, this pot of Caramel was too grainy to serve by the time the boss returned. As the story goes, to avoid wasting the ‘failed Caramel’ they let the customers have the Caramel. The customers were so in love with this dish, they named it after the apprentice who accidentally created it.
Yet another story credits a lecture as being the inspiration behind this dish’s creation. It was said that a Virginia college lecture on making Coffee resulted in the students creating fudge by accident. My family doesn’t care who made Fudge. Just give us some. How about you?
The history of the word ‘Fudge’ itself has evolved over the Centuries. First used as a version of the now obsolete ‘Fadge’ (which means ‘to make suitable’ or ‘to fit’), the word was initially used as a verb, to mean ‘turn out as expected’ or to ‘merge together’.
In later usage ‘Fudge’ was still used as a verb but instead meant ‘to put together clumsily or dishonestly.’ This led to the exclamation ‘Fudge!’ and then finally to the word as we know it. Whatever the cause behind this word and the delicious treat, we are very glad to have it in our lives. Aren’t we?
How To Celebrate National Nutty Fudge Day
- There is no, better way to celebrate a sweet holiday than to create the very dish said holiday is named after? If you have the means and the opportunity today get out your favorite recipe and go Nuts! Multiple famous recipes include Pecans or Walnuts but, of course, you can choose to add your preferred kind of Nut to your fudge recipe. David and Charlie like Cashews I wonder how they would taste in Fudge for them and I will have Pecan or Walnut Fudge or Fudge with both Walnuts and Pecans. Would you like a slice of my Fudge?
- Once you’ve mastered the art of making Nutty Fudge, make a special batch to share with friends and family. Make sure there not allergic to Nuts.
- Homemade Fudge makes for a much more personal and delicious gift and not only does this treat package well, but it also lasts for longer and, of course, tastes absolutely amazing.
- gather your friends and family together (online or offline) for a special Fudge-themed party. You can organize games like ‘identify the Fudge flavor,’,
- Encourage attendees to bring a batch of their favorite Fudge along for a ‘Fudge swap.’ Each attendee can leave the party with an easy-to-make Fudge recipe to try at home.
Facts About National Nutty Fudge Day
- The name Fudge arrived in England after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
- Ingredients vary according to geography including European Fudge recipes which usually just contain Sugar, Cream, and Butter, while American-style Fudge recipes also add Chocolate.
- The largest fudge in the world was created in Ontario, Canada, and this Fudge weighed in at a whopping 2.61 metric tons, 5,760 pounds, took over a week to create, and used more than 300 gallons of Condensed Milk. That’s a whole lot of Fudge.
- Did you know Traditional Fudge can be stored for a week or two in an airtight container at room temperature, in a refrigerator for two or three weeks, and in a freezer for several months without losing its taste?
- American Composer Cole Porter loved Fudge so much, he would ship nine pounds of it to himself each month from his hometown.
Why People Love National Nutty Fudge Day
- Because National Nutty Fudge Day celebrates Fudge and its hard to imagine a world without this Fudge, isn’t it?
- If the stories are true, a twist of fate was the only thing standing between us and a Fudge-free world. This is why we absolutely need to show our love for this little dessert by making and eating it.
- Fudge is traditionally American so, if you are too, you can feel very Patriotic while celebrating National Nutty Fudge Day.
- If you have not taken a moment to stop and think about Fudge, do it now because National Nutty Fudge Day is the perfect time to rehash the history of how Fudge came to be and how Fudge has evolved over the years.
- No celebration of food is ever complete without a recipe. National Nutty Fudge Day offers us the perfect excuse to whip up a batch of warm Nutty Fudge Candy for ourselves and our loved ones.
Recipe for Nutty Fudge
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray
1 (31.5 ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Famous Fudge Kit
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, peanuts or pistachios
Directions
Step 1: Line 8-inch-square pan with foil. Spray foil lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 2: Combine Sugar Mix, NESTLÉ® CARNATION® evaporated milk, and butter in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-heat, stirring occasionally. Once boiling, stir constantly for 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 3: Add NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels and Marshmallows all at once. Stir vigorously until Morsels and Marshmallows are melted. Stir in nuts.
Step 4: Immediately pour the mixture into pan; smooth top. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Store in tightly sealed container or resealable plastic bag.
Step 5: Before cutting, remove from refrigerator and let stand for 20 minutes. Lift from pan; remove foil. Dip sharp knife into hot water and wipe dry. Cut fudge, wiping clean after each slice and repeat.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
