Pralines

Directions

1. 1
   Boil sugar and water to a temperature of 238° (or until a soft ball forms in cold water).
2. 2
   Remove cooked syrup from fire.
3. 3
   Add pecans. Return mixture to the fire until it again comes to a boil. Remove from fire and stir until syrup becomes slightly cloudy. Pour a large spoonful of the nut and syrup mixture on waxed paper to form a praline.
4. 4
   Makes about 35.