Easy Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Mix well in a heavy 1 1/2-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook and stir to a full boil, then slowly for 3 to 5 minutes, until mixture reaches soft ball stage.* Remove from heat.
3. 3
   Stir in 1 1/2 cup pecans (broken).
4. 4
   Beat mixture until it begins to thicken, but still looks shiny.
5. 5
   Drop tablespoonful of mixture quickly onto waxed paper to form 3-inch pralines.
6. 6
   Let cool.
7. 7
   If mixture thickens and starts to lose its shine while dropping pralines, add a few drops of evaporated milk.
8. 8
   Makes about 18 pralines.