Creamy Pralines

== Ingredients ==
* 1 lb light brown sugar
* ⅛ teaspoon salt
* ¾ cup evaporated milk
* 1 tablespoon butter
* 2 cups pecan halves
== Directions ==
# Mix the sugar, salt, milk and butter in a heavy pot.
# Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
# Add the pecans and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until it reaches the soft ball stage (234 to 240°F on a candy thermometer).
# Remove from heat.
# Allow to cool for a couple of minutes, then stir rapidly until the mixture begins to thicken and lightly coats the pecans.
# Drop by tablespoons onto wax or parchment paper.
# When the pralines have cooled, gently lift from the surface with a knife and store in an airtight container.
Category:Cajun Desserts
Category:Candy Recipes
Category:Light brown sugar Recipes
Category:Evaporated milk Recipes
Category:Pecan Recipes