Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Butter sides of a heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   In it, combine sugars, corn syrup and milk.
3. 3
   Heat and stir over medium heat until sugars dissolve and mixture comes to a boil. Cook to soft ball (234°) stage, stirring occasionally.
4. 4
   Cool 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Add vanilla and beat by hand 2 minutes. Add pecans and beat until mixture loses its gloss. Drop by tablespoons onto waxed paper.
6. 6
   If candy becomes too stiff, add a teaspoon or so of hot water.