Date Roll Candy Recipe

 "This is an easy to make and delicious candy that is a little different than any other."  Original recipe yield: 10 to 12 servings.

INGREDIENTS:

3 cups white sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup dates, pitted and chopped
1 cup chopped nuts

DIRECTIONS:

Butter a 12x15 inch sheet of aluminum foil and dust generously with confectioners' sugar.
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, mix together the sugar and evaporated milk. Stir frequently and bring to softball stage of 235 degrees F. Stir in dates and nuts; allow mixture to cool.
Form the candy into a roll about 1-1/2 inches in diameter and wrap in the prepared foil; refrigerate until firm. Slice thinly with a knife dipped in hot water to serve.

Fruitcake Truffles

 "This recipe will make good use of any extra fruitcake. Orange juice can be substituted for orange liqueur. Cocoa powder can be substituted for the sifted confections' sugar."  Original recipe yield: 30 servings.

INGREDIENTS:

6 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
3 tablespoons whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons orange liqueur
1 cup fruitcake crumbs
1/2 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

DIRECTIONS:

Chop chocolate into small pieces. In saucepan over very low heat, melt chocolate, cream, and butter until blended and smooth.
Stir in liqueur and fruitcake crumbs; chill for 2 hours or until firm.
Shape into 1 inch balls and chill at least 20 minutes. Before serving, roll in icing sugar or coca powder and chill for 20 minutes.