Peanut butter fudge with dairy-free option

Peanut Butter Fudge:

2 1/2 cups sugar

3/4 cup butter*

2/3 cup evaporated milk*

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups creamy peanut butter

8 ounces mini marshmallows (most of a 10 ounce bag)

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups M&Ms

~Combine sugar, milk, butter, and salt in a large, microwave safe bowl.

~Microwave on high for 5-10 minutes, stirring every 1-2 minutes until boiling rapidly (bowl will be very hot!).

~Continue boiling for 5 minutes, stirring every minute.

~Add peanut butter, vanilla, and marshmallows, stir until melted and creamy.

~Let cool for a minute or three, then stir in M&Ms until just combined.

~Pour into a greased 9x13 cake pan and spread out evenly, cool, and enjoy!

*Margarine may replace butter and you can combine 2/3 cup very hot water and 1/3 cup powdered coffee creamer to replace milk, if desired but it may affect texture or flavor slightly!