White Christmas Jewel Fudge

3 (6 ounce) packages premium white chocolate
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped green candied cherries
1/2 cup chopped red candied cherries

Over low heat, melt chocolate with sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract and salt. Remove from heat; stir in cherries. Spread into foil-lined 8- or 9-inch square pan. Chill for two hours or until firm. 

Turn fudge onto cutting board; peel off foil and cut into squares. Store covered in refrigerator.

Rum Raisin White Fudge
Omit vanilla extract and cherries. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar, 1 teaspoon rum flavoring and 3/4 cup raisins. Proceed as above.

Toasted Nutty White Fudge
Omit cherries. Add 1 cup chopped toasted nuts. Proceed as above.