* Exported from MasterCook *
SOUTHERN PRALINES
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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : S_Living Candies
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 c Sugar
2 c Pecan halves
3/4 c Buttermilk
2 tb Butter or margarine
1/8 ts Salt
3/4 ts Baking soda
Combine all ingredients except baking soda in a large
heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring gently,
until sugar dissolves. Cover and cook over medium heat
2 to 3 minutes to wash down sugar crystals from sides
of pan. Uncover and cook to soft ball stage (235
degrees), stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and
stir in soda. Beat with a wooden spoon just until
mixture begins to thicken. Working rapidly, drop by
tablespoonfuls onto greased wax paper; let stand until
firm. Yield: 1-1/2 to 2 dozen.MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients except baking soda in a
4-quart casserole, stirring well. Microwave at HIGH
for 12 to 13 minutes, stirring every 4 minutes. Stir
in soda. Microwave at HIGH for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes.
Beat with a wooden spoon just until mixture begins to
thicken. Working rapidly, drop by tablespoonf onto
greased wax paper; let stand until firm.
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