Pecan Praline

Pralines are candies made of nuts and sugar. Here in the deep South, pecans are often at a surplus, so pecan pralines are popular. You will find recipes at the links on the right-hand side of the page, but whatever the recipe, you’ll need to cook candy to a “soft ball stage” before adding the pecans. When you drizzle a bit of candy into a cup of cold water, it should form a soft ball which does not hold shape. The candy should flatten out between your fingers.

Easy Pecan Pralines

2 cups firmly packed brown sugar

1 cup sugar

3/4 cup milk

2 cups pecan halves

Combine sugars and milk. Cook over low heat to soft ball stage (240°). Beat until almost cool. Add pecans. Drop by tablespoon onto waxed paper. Flatten and allow to cool and harden slightly. Yields two dozen.