Praline Butter

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy 6-inch skillet evenly spread out the sugar.
2. 2
   Heat over medium-high heat until sugar begins to melt, shaking skillet occasionally to heat sugar evenly.
3. 3
   Carefully add pecan and 1 tbl butter or margarine.
4. 4
   Reduce heat to low; cook until sugar melts and turns golden brown, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Remove skillet from the heat; spread candied nuts on a buttered baking sheet or piece of foil.
6. 6
   Cool. Break into small clusters.
7. 7
   Place clusters in a plastic bag and, using a rolling pin, crush the candied nuts.
8. 8
   In a mixing bowl, stir together remaining butter, vanilla extract and candied nuts.
9. 9
   If not serving immediately, cover and chill.
10. 10
    Let the butter stand at room temperature for about 1 hour before serving.