Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Lightly coat wax paper with vegetable cooking spray; set aside. Combine sugars, butter, milk and pecans in a heavy 3-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, uncovered, stirring constantly, 1 to 2 minutes or until a candy thermometer reaches 220°.
3. 3
   (You may need to lower heat if using a thinner saucepan and rely on the candy thermometer.) Remove from heat and beat mixture with a wooden spoon 4 to 6 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken.
4. 4
   Drop by tablespoonfuls onto wax paper.
5. 5
   Let stand until firm.
6. 6
   Yield:
7. 7
   2 1/2 dozen.