Okay, but what if your fridge is holding only a carton of ordinary, humble 2%? All hope is not lost, but you’ll need to cook it down. Pour 1 and ½ cups of regular milk into a saucepan with about ¾ cup of sugar. Simmer it on low heat, stirring diligently, until it reduces by about half—around 20 to 25 minutes.
Be warned: you must watch it like a hawk. It loves to bubble over or scorch on the bottom. I learned this the hard way while texting my friend about a sale at Target. My kitchen smelled like burnt sugar for three days. My cat judged me from the doorway.
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When it’s done, you’ll have a passable homemade condensed milk. It’s a bit thinner than the canned stuff, but it will work in cakes, puddings, and even some cookie recipes. Just remember: your fudge might be a little softer, so chill it longer before cutting.
