pecan pralines1 cup dark brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 1/2 cup evaporated milk 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup pecan halves 1. Combine the sugar and milk and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. 2. Add the butter, vanilla and pecans. Cook until the syrup reaches the soft ball stage (238° F). 3. Let cool five minutes, then beat with a wooden spoon until the mixture begins to thicken. 4. Drop by tablespoons onto a well-greased flat surface (aluminum foil works well). The candy will flatten out into large rounds, about three to four inches in diameter. 5. When cool, store the candy in an airtight container. |