Caramel Candy

Directions

1. 1
   In 4-quart saucepan, combine sugar, 1 cup half and half, syrup and butter.
2. 2
   Cook over medium heat until it comes to a rolling boil (7 to 8 minutes).
3. 3
   Add remaining half and half until 245° on candy thermometer or dropped in ice water forms a ball (35 or 40 minutes).
4. 4
   Pour into buttered 8-inch square pan.
5. 5
   Cover and refrigerate.
6. 6
   Cut into squares.
7. 7
   Melt chocolate; place 1 or 1 1/2 teaspoons of chocolate on each square.
8. 8
   Place pecans onto chocolate and refrigerate.