Ingredients

1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup butter, divided2 cups sugar3/4 cup sour cream1 package (10 to 12 ounces) vanilla or white chips1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme1 teaspoon vanilla extract3 cups coarsely chopped walnuts1 cup dried cranberries, coarsely chopped

Preparation

Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and butter the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, bring the sugar, sour cream and remaining butter to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage), about 15 minutes.

Remove from the heat. Stir in the chips, marshmallow creme and vanilla until smooth. Fold in walnuts and cranberries. Pour into prepared pan. Let stand at room temperature until cool.

Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Discard foil; cut fudge into 1-in. squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.