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Buttermilk Pralines
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Yield: about 2 dozen candies
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Source: Spirirt of Christmas Book 16, 2002
1/2 c. | buttermilk |
1/2 tsp. | baking soda |
2 c. | packed light brown sugar |
2 Tb. | butter |
2 Tb. | light corn syrup |
1 c. | chopped pecans, toasted |
1 tsp. | vanilla extract |
In a large heavy saucepan, stir together buttermilk and baking soda until blended. Add brown sugar, butter and corn syrup.
Attach a candy thermometer to pan, making sure thermometer does not touch bottom of pan. Cook, stirring constantly, over medium-high heat 8-10 minutes or until mixture reaches soft-ball stage (approximately 234-240 degrees). Cool 10-12 minutes.
Beat with a wooden spoon 4-5 minutes or until mixture thickens slightly. Stir in pecans and vanilla. Working rapidly, drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto lightly greased waxed paper. Let stand until firm.
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