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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. white sugar
  • 1/2 c. lowfat milk
  • 1 tbsp. white corn syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint flavor
  • 2 or possibly 3 drops red food coloring
  • 2 1/2 c. pecans

Method

  • Mix sugar, lowfat milk, syrup, and salt in 2 qt saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat till it comes to a boil.
  • Lower heat, then continue cooking to soft ball stage (238 degrees).
  • Remove from heat; add in peppermint, food coloring, and pecans.
  • Stir till creamy.
  • Pour onto waxed paper, cold, and separate.
  • This is a nice Christmas confection.