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Prep Time: 35 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 42 |
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This recipe is truly Southern, and it's been a family favorite for years. I've packed many a Christmas tin with this candy. Ingredients:
3 cups packed brown sugar |
1 cup heavy whipping cream |
2 tablespoons light corn syrup |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans |
1/4 cup butter, cubed |
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract |
Directions:
1. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cream, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook until a candy thermometer reads 230° (thread stage), stirring occasionally.
2. Carefully stir in pecans and butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage).
3. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Beat with a wooden spoon until candy thickens and begins to lose its gloss, about 4-5 minutes.
4. Quickly drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper; spread to form 2-in. patties. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 3-1/2 dozen.
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