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Tablet is an original Scottish confectionery. There are a number of variations on the recipe and the method. Some prefer it very smooth and almost like fudge, whereas others prefer a rough (and more authentic) texture and appearance.
It is still a best seller at Church fetes and bring and buy sales.

Ingredients:
2 lb granulated sugar
4 oz butter
One quarter pint water
One quarter pint milk
Large tin condensed milk
1 teaspoon of vanilla essence

Method:
Put the sugar, butter, water and milk into a large, heavy pan over a low heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved. Bring it to the boil and boil for 10 minutes without stirring. Stir in the condensed milk and boil for a further 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add the vanilla essence. Beat the mixture for one minute, then pour into a buttered shallow tin and Mark into squares. Cut when cold.

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