Fruit and Nut Easter Eggs

Fruit and Nut Easter Eggs

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

You will need: ·
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

How to Make Your Fruit and Nut Easter Eggs.

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.