Pralines(Mexican Candy)

Directions

1. 1
   Butter sides of heavy 1-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Stir sugar, vanilla and sour cream together in the saucepan.
3. 3
   Continue to stir until all melts and then cook to soft ball stage (236° on a candy thermometer).
4. 4
   Add vanilla; beat until mixture thickens.
5. 5
   Add the pecan halves and stir until all are coated.
6. 6
   Turn out on greased platter.
7. 7
   Separate the nuts after they cool.