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Ingredients
- 2 c. sugar
- 2 c. pecan halves
- 3/4 c. buttermilk
- 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- 3/4 tsp. baking soda
Method
- Combine all ingredients, except the baking soda, in a large heavy saucepan.
- Cook over low heat, stirring gently, until sugar dissolves.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes to wash down sugar crystals from sides of pan.
- Uncover and cook to soft ball stage (235°), stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in soda.
- Beat with a wooden spoon just until mixture begins to thicken.
- Working fast, drop by tablespoons onto greased wax paper.
- Let stand until firm.
- Yield: 1 1/2 to 2 dozen.
