Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Combine buttermilk and soda in a 5-quart saucepan, stirring until soda is dissolved; add sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt. Bring mixture to a boil; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches soft ball stage.
2. 2
   Remove from heat and let stand until lukewarm.
3. 3
   Add vanilla and pecans to candy; beat until mixture begins to thicken and loses its gloss.
4. 4
   Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a lightly buttered baking sheet or waxed paper; let stand until firm.
5. 5
   Store in airtight container.
6. 6
   Yield:
7. 7
   About 18 pralines.