Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together all ingredients, except vanilla, in a 3-quart heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Cook to soft ball stage (236°).
4. 4
   Continue stirring to prevent sticking.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Cool 5 minutes. Add vanilla; beat with wooden spoon until candy begins to thicken. Drop rapidly from tablespoon onto waxed paper.
7. 7
   (If candy becomes too stiff to drop, stir in 1/2 tablespoon hot water.)
8. 8
   Makes 1 1/2 pounds candy.