Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['dairy_free'], recipe: combine sugar, cinnamon and milk in a saucepan; bring to a boil. boil to the soft ball stage (234 degrees on candy thermometer). using a slotted or wooden spoon, add vanilla and pecan halves. stir until pecans are thoroughly coated, then spread on wax paper. if pecans tend to stick together, as soon as they are cool enough, break apart and let cool completely.

Target recipe: whisk together egg whites and water. add sugar, salt, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg. whisk to blend well. add the pecans to the egg white mixture, stirring to coat all of the pecans. spread on a cookie sheet that has edges. bake at 325 degrees until the pecans are crispy, about 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes. spread onto waxed paper that has been placed over newspaper. let cool. store in an airtight container.