From the perfect title to the adorable cover with a sweet doggie that looks like one of my friend’s furbaby, OH FUDGE by Nancy Coco captured my attention from the very first page which starts off with a bang. The author takes the reader on rollercoaster of a ride with Allie McMurphy, owner of McMurphy Hotel and Fudge Shop on Mackinac Island. The murder becomes personal when Allie’s cousin, Tori, is found standing over the dead body with her fingerprints all over the weapon. To make matters worse, Allie hasn’t seen her cousin for a very long time and there’s angst between the two women after Tori feels slighted out of inheriting the family’s McMurphy Hotel. Allie wants to believe in her cousin’s innocence but Tori seems to be hiding something which prompts Allie to get involved. The delicate balance between estranged family relationships is explored and you can’t help but hope a solution is found for the two young women.
In addition to a mystery full of suspects, the author includes humor to keep the reader entertained. I enjoyed the repartee between Allie and her best friend, who plans events for her hotel and shop. I was also amused when Allie comments on the accent her California aunt has when visiting Mackinac Island. Being born and raised in California, trust me, we truly believe the rest of the country has accents and we are accent free…lol! There is also some sweet romance and could there be a wedding in the mix? You need to read OH FUDGE to find out!
Be prepared to crave chocolate while reading this book – you’d better have some on hand! Nancy Coco provides many yummy fudge recipes and they’re all on my list to try. I chose to make Salted Caramel Fudge because 1) it sounds incredibly delicious – I love dulce de leche! 2) This recipe is both quick and easy to make and 3) Apparently fool-proof, which is a good thing because I’ve had the unfortunate happenstance of fudge recipes turning super grainy. And let me tell you, Salted Caramel Fudge did not disappoint… in fact, it exceeded my expectations and instead of sharing the goodies with a few friends, I kept most of it for myself! And as soon as I finished that off I contemplated making another batch…
Amazon Synopsis
Life is always sweet in Allie McMurphy’s delectable fudge shop. But murder can make things unpleasantly sticky . . .
A DEADLY CONFECTION
After Allie inherited her family’s McMurphy Hotel and Fudge Shop, cousin Tori moved off to California in a bitter huff, and the two haven’t spoken since. So to have her cousin reappear on Mackinac Island without warning is a big surprise—but not as surprising as finding her standing over a dead woman impaled with a garden spade in the Mackinac Butterfly House. Butterflies may be free, but Tori won’t be for much longer—unless the cousins can bury the hatchet and work together to catch a killer who’s taken flight. Because when it comes to family, blood is thicker than fudge . . .
A special thanks to Nancy Coco for offering a print copy of OH FUDGE for one lucky winner! Contest ends Saturday, September 2, 2017 at 11:59 pm PST. Please use the Rafflecopter box located below the recipe to enter. The winner will be announced on this page and on Cinnamon & Sugar’s Facebook page, as well as notified by email (so check your spam folder!)
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup dulce de leche
- Sea salt flakes
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In a 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, microwave the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate chips on high for 1 minute.
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Let sit for 1 minute and stir. If chips are not all melted, microwave another 30 seconds.
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Add vanilla and pour into a buttered 8-inch square pan, lined with aluminium foil.
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In a separate bowl, microwave the dulce de leche just until pourable: 0 - 20 seconds. Pour over chocolate fudge.
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Use a cold butter knife to swirl the caramel. Sprinkle with sea salt.
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Cool completely. Cut into 1-inch squares and enjoy!
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Be aware that a package of dark chocolate chips may not contain 2 cups. Measure before starting the recipe.
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Next time I make this, I will add some toasted pecans to the top since it's reminiscent of turtle candies!
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I have never visited Mackinac Island.
No, I’d love to!
Sorry, but I’ve never heard of this island.
I’ve not been to Mackinac Island, but it’s on my bucket list.
I have never visited Mackinac Island, but it sounds wonderful!
Yum! Will be trying this recipe!
Love this series too!!
Hi there! I want to say thanks for this giveaway, and I absolutely love fudge, so thanks for this recipe. Unfortunately, I have never been to Mackinac Island but may be someday. ???
I have never visited Mackinac Island, but it is on my list of places I want to see. I can’t wait to make this recipe, as well as read this book!
No I have never visited Mackinac Island.
I have visited Mackinac Island (when I was about 9 year old!) — it was wonderful, and we rode around the island in a horse carriage. The Grand Hotel was amazing!
I’ve never visited Mackinac Island but maybe some day I can.
I’ve never visited Mackinac Island but would love too.
I’ve never visited, but I would love to.
I’ve never been anywhere. No really, I haven’t been off the west coast. It’s pitiful and makes my life bucket list extrememly long. LOL! But I’ll get places eventually. As my daughter gets older I want to plan some trips around the US so she can experience things first-hand.
Also, I have to try making this fudge but have no idea where I would find dulce de leche. Just the grocery store? Or somewhere special? Thanks!
Dulce de leche is typically found in the Mexican food section of grocery stores but I’ve also seen it stocked by the sweetened condensed milk too. In a pinch regular caramel sauce could be used but it isn’t as thick and rich as the Dulce de leche.
No. But I’ve made fudge.
I have never been to this island but my newly retired self would love it, I believe!
I don’t know where it is. Sadly, not very well traveled! Sounds great though! #TBR…
I’ve never been to Mackinac Island. Been to Michigan but never that far north. However, great friends of ours have, several times in fact, and they rave about it so much that we have it on our list of things to do. Soon I hope!
To be honest I have never heard of it. The recipe sounds so good and so does the book.
Never been there, but it sounds great.
No but I would love to.
I have never been there I have been to Northern Michigan (Leland)
No I have never been to Mackinac Island, I would love to one day. My brother and sister in law went years ago and loved it. Thanks for the recipe!
I lived in MI for 4 yrs, but I don’t drive anymore due to MS and never made it there. I may be moving back that direction and I’d love to make it up to the area.
I have read all her books and love this series. I have never been to Mackinac Island either but I do know where it is, maybe some day.
Yes, I’ve visited Mackinac Island several times and loved the time I spent there.
I would love to visit Mackinac Island but so far never have…Cute Cover by the way.
Marilyn Watson ewatvess@yahoo.com
I have never visited there and had to look up the location. The recipe sounds great.
I already enjoy her writing and would be pleased to win a copy. I love salted caramel anything!
I have never visited Mackinac Island, but it sounds beautiful. It’s on my Bucket List.
No I have never visited Mackinac Island but my cousins have and they really enjoyed it.
I never have, but it sounds like such a wonderful place. This fudge looks amazing!
I have never been to Mackinac Island. Thank you for the recipe and the chance to win.
No I never visited Mackinac Island. But I love to read about it. Thank you for the chance to win a print copy of Oh, Fudge. Sounds like an interesting book.
Sadly, no, I have not been to Mackinac Island but would definitely love to one day. I have made and eaten my fair share of fudge though and hope to have even more.
I’ve never been but it sounds like a great place to visit. Wonder if they need a robot for an event or festival? That would be a sure way for me to go!!
I’ve never been, but now I want to visit.
I have visited Mackinac Island many times and I love it. It is a really unique place to visit, Nancy Coco describes it really well in her books and there actually are a lot of fudge shops on the Island.
No, but it is on my Bucket List. Oh to be able to eat fudge all day long! LOL
I’ve been to Mackinac a very long time ago. I have relatives that live in a number of different places in Michigan, but not quite yooper territory.
I have never been to Mackinac except for in books! I would love to visit there one day! Thanks for the recipe I can’t wait to try it!,
Even though my husband’s family has owned property on Mackinac Island, I have not had the opportunity to visit there!
Never had the privilege of visiting but would sure like to. At least I get a taste from your stories! Congrats!
I’m adding this recipe to my Christmas treats! Thank you for the chance to win this wonderful book!
I am going to Mackinac next year. Thanks for the chance.
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Never visited the island. Physically.
No, I haven’t!
No I haven’t been there!
I’ve never been to the island but have read about it. Hoping to get there some time. Thank you for sharing this recipe, it sounds heavenly!
Our family visited Mackinac Island when my brother and I were quite young. The only things I remember are the fudge and no cars. The two authors that have books set there accurately describe it. Nancy does include really good fudge recipes!
I have never visited Mackinac Island. It sounds like a fun place!
Hi Kim! Nope, never have visited there. Thanks for the chance in your give-a-way!
No I’ve never visited; but I’d love to.
I have never visited Mackinac Island. Thanks for the chance in your give-a-way!
never been there but always wanted to go after the movie “Somewhere in Time”
I have never visited unless reading this series counts.
I have never visited Mackinac Island but would like too. I have friends who have visited there and say it is a great place.
I’m going to make this recipe this weekend! I’ve had much better luck making fudge with the microwave than cooking it on the stove. I’m craving chocolate just reading this review! I’ve not visited Mackinac Island…….yet!!
This looks so good! For those of you who don’t know where this island is, look up the movie Somewhere in Time. I have not been lucky enough to visit there myself. But the hotel and the movie will definitely take your breath away. I’m so glad this story is geared towards it
No, but I would like to. Yummy recipe.
I have never visited Mackinac Island, but it sounds amazing. I really do love to travel. Thank you for the great recipe above. I am going to try it out tomorrow. It sounds amazing.
Love this series and all the recipes
No I haven’t. love the recipe!
I’ve never been but would like to check it out.
Thanks for the recipe! I’m obsessed with salted caramel!
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no i haven’t.recipes sounds great
Unfortunately, I haven’t visited the island! Something I would really love to do though. And thank you for the great fudge recipe too!
No, I never visited Mackinac Island. I love fudge! Thank you for the recipe, and this chance to win!
“Have you ever visited Mackinac Island?” I have not! I almost worked there for the summer long ago, but the grand hotel is completely unable/unwilling to take into account that you might want to go back to college come September.