I don't know that I would go so far as to say that fudge is America's "favorite" candy, since I suspect that plain old chocolate takes the top spot, but fudge is right up there in terms of homemade candies, to be sure. In Oh Fudge!: A Celebration of America's Favorite Candy, you'll find a collection of 300 different recipes for fudge and some very useful information about the history and science behind it. The stories and wit of the author keep the book light and entertaining, while the recipes are appropriate even for people who have never laid eyes on a candy thermometer before. It gives you a great grounding in what you need to know about candy-making, including what to look for in the various stages of cooked sugar and the functions of various ingredients.
With so many recipes, it's hard to believe that there isn't at least one recipe in the book that you will enjoy and, even if you're not a fudge fan, it's a great treat to serve to friends and family at any time during the holidays.
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