Tropical Fudge

Ingredients

1 1/4 c sugar
1/2 c molasses
3/8 c water
2 tb butter
1/4 ts salt
6 oz semisweet chocolate
2 1/2 c brazil nuts
1 package flaked coconut

Instructions

Servings: 2 pounds DIRECTIONS: In saucepan, mix sugar, molasses, hot water, butter and salt. Stir over low heat until a small amount of the mixture forms a soft ball when dropped in cold water (240-F). Remove from heat; add chocolate; do not stir. Cool to 150 F, and stir until chocolate is well blended. Add 2 cups nuts and coconut. Pour into buttered 8x8x2" pan, and press in 1/2 cup nuts. Let stand in cool place several hours before cutting in squares.