Excellent Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the buttermilk, sugar and soda until sugar is dissolved.
2. 2
   Place on low to medium heat; bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. 3
   Cook until soft ball stage.
4. 4
   Add pecans, butter and vanilla.
5. 5
   Beat until glossy and begins thickening.
6. 6
   Spoon out on greased wax paper.
7. 7
   If it gets too thick to spoon out, put it back on the heat for a minute or so.
8. 8
   It will gradually turn brown while cooking.