Combine first 5 ingredients in pan, bring to slow boil. Stir til sugar dissolves 236° on thermometer til soft ball stage. Remove from heat and let stand 15 minutes. Do not stir add ??? (need help deciphering here) Stir in cherries & nuts. Pour into gresaed shallow pan and cool. Cut into squares.
Recipe by Fink at https://www.fink-family.com/walnut-sour-cream-fudge/