Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Toast pecans in oven at 350 for about 5 or 6 minutes, they will start to smell wonderful & the colour will change slightly.
2. 2
   Combine sugars, cream & butter in a heavy pan.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil over medium heat (brush down sides of pan with a brush dipped in water frequently).
4. 4
   Cook to 236F on candy thermometer.
5. 5
   Remove from heat & let cool to 220F, do not stir, this will take about 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Stir gently with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula for 2 minutes, the candy will look shiny & begin to thicken.
7. 7
   Stir in nuts.
8. 8
   Spread on cookie sheet lined with greased baking parchment.
9. 9
   Let cool.
10. 10
    Break into pieces & store in airtight container.