Aunt Avis' Candy

5 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 c. white sugar
  • 1 c. evaporated milk (Carnation)
  • pinch of soda
  • 2 c. pecans
  • 1/2 stick butter

Directions

  1. 1
    Heat 1 cup sugar and milk while melting the other 1 cup sugar in heavy pan.
  2. 2
    Combine the two mixtures.
  3. 3
    Add soda (be careful, this boils up quickly).
  4. 4
    Add pecans immediately.
  5. 5
    Boil slowly to 237° on candy thermometer.
  6. 6
    Beat by hand and add butter.
  7. 7
    Pour out to harden.
  8. 8
    Break into pieces.
  9. 9
    Enjoy!

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