Pistol Pete Pecans

Directions

1. 1
   Butter a large baking sheet.
2. 2
   In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine the sugar, salt and cinnamon, mixing well.
3. 3
   Stir in the milk.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
5. 5
   Cook, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching, to the soft ball stage (234F to 240F; with 236F recommended).
6. 6
   Remove from the heat.
7. 7
   Add the vanilla and stir vigorously for about 1 minute.
8. 8
   Add the pecans and stir until the syrup thickens and coats the pecans.
9. 9
   Pour onto the buttered baking sheet.
10. 10
    Separate the pecans using two.
11. 11
    forks.
12. 12
    Cool.
13. 13
    Store in an airtight container.