TOOTSIE ROLLS

TOOTSIE ROLLS


1 cup sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
2 Tbsp. shortening
4 tsp. cocoa
2 Tbsp. evaporated milk
½ tsp. vanilla


In a bowl, combine sugar, shortening and cocoa. Mix well, and pour into a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and then simmer until temperature 275^ (you will need a candy thermometer). Allow cooling for about 10 minutes; adding the evaporated milk and vanilla. Use an electric mixer to beat until very thick. Scrape candy on to a lightly greased cookie sheet and allow to cool. When cool, mold pieces into desired size and shape.