Old fashioned chocolate fudge

In a large pot, on med/low heat, combine first 5 ingredients. Stir until completely combined. Attach your thermometer to the side of the pot but dont let it touch the bottom.

Raise the heat to medium and stir constantly. Youll be stirring for awhile lol continue stirring until the thermometer reads soft ball stage. As soon as it reaches soft ball stage pull the pan off the heat.

Stir in the chocolate chips and vanilla. Stir til totally combined and pour into a greased 9x13 Pyrex dish. Allow to cool before cutting.