Fruit And Nut Easter Eggs

Ingredients and Instructions

These can be made long before needed. Their flavor improves as they ripen.

2-1/4 cups sugar ·

1 cup light corn syrup ·

3/4 cup hot water ·

1/2 lb. marshmallow creme ·

1/2 cup shortening, melted ·

1/4 cup confectioners' sugar ·

2 cups candied fruit (cherries and pineapple) ·

Nuts ·

Dipping chocolate

In a saucepan, cook sugar, syrup, and water to 265 degrees. Add

marshmallow creme and beat until almost firm.

Add melted shortening, confectioners' sugar, candied fruit, and nuts. Mix

well, shape eggs by hand and dip in the chocolate. The eggs will keep 6 to 8

months.

Makes 10 eggs.