Smudge

Also known as fudge. But Betsy calls it smudge, which is really a more fitting name, isn't it? Quick, simple, and oh-so-sweet. The recipe can easily be adapted to a dairy-free version; just choose shortening and soy milk from the alternatives listed below.


Pepper Family Smudge

6 Tbsp shortening, butter, or margarine
3 1/4 cups confectioner's 10x powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup soy milk or cow's milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt

Grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan (I use canola oil spray).

Place medium sized saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shortening (or butter or margarine) and allow to soften and partially melt. Add all other ingredients, stirring constantly until smooth. It will look clumpy and messy and on the verge of failure, and then it will quickly congeal into a smooth glossy mass. Remove from heat and immediately spread mixure in prepared loaf pan.

Cool and cut into squares.