Peppermint Crunchies Candy

1/2 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup nuts, chopped
1/2 cup chopped peppermint candies
1/4 tablespoon peppermint extract

Line a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with wax paper; set aside. Combine evaporated milk, sugar and corn syrup in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook for 2 minutes; remove from heat. Add chocolate chips; stir until melted. Cool for 10 minutes. Stir in nuts, candy and extract. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto baking sheet. Let stand until firm.