Cherries n' Chocolate Fudge

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
2 cups {12 oz pkg} Hershey's semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup almonds coarsely chopped
1/2 cup candied cherries chopped
1 teaspoon almond extract

Line square pan, 8x8x2 inches, with foil. In medium micro-proof bowl combine sweetened condensed milk and chocolate chips.

Microwave on high (full power) 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until chips are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred.

Stir in chopped almonds, cherries and almond extract. Spread evenly in prepared pan. Cover; chill until firm. Cut into 1" squares. Store, covered, in refrigerator.

Makes about 4 dozen squares.