*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            SOUTHERN PRALINES

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : S_Living                         Candies

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2       c            Sugar
   2       c            Pecan halves
     3/4   c            Buttermilk
   2       tb           Butter or margarine
     1/8   ts           Salt
     3/4   ts           Baking soda

  Combine all ingredients except baking soda in a large
  heavy saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring gently,
  until sugar dissolves. Cover and cook over medium heat
  2 to 3 minutes to wash down sugar crystals from sides
  of pan. Uncover and cook to soft ball stage (235
  degrees), stirring constantly. Remove from heat, and
  stir in soda. Beat with a wooden spoon just until
  mixture begins to thicken.  Working rapidly, drop by
  tablespoonfuls onto greased wax paper; let stand until
  firm. Yield: 1-1/2 to 2 dozen.MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:
  Combine all ingredients except baking soda in a
  4-quart casserole, stirring well. Microwave at HIGH
  for 12 to 13 minutes, stirring every 4 minutes.  Stir
  in soda. Microwave at HIGH for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes.
  Beat with a wooden spoon just until mixture begins to
  thicken. Working rapidly, drop by tablespoonf onto
  greased wax paper; let stand until firm.
 


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