Molasses Fudge

1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup Grandma's Molasses
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup nut meats or shredded coconut
1/4 cup crystallized ginger
1 cup milk

Put sugar, molasses, milk and butter in saucepan; cook until soft ball forms when dropped in cold water. Remove from heat; cool until lukewarm. Beat until creamy, then add nutmeats or coconut and ginger.