*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                              DARK PRALINES

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Serving Size  : 18   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Desserts                         Candies

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2       c            Sugar
   1       c            Buttermilk
   1       t            Baking soda
   2       c            Peacn halves
   2       tb           Butter or margarine

  Combine first three ingredients in a large heavy
  saucepan; bring to a boil, and cook 5 minutes.  Stir
  in pecans and butter; cook over medium heat, stirring
  occasionally, until mixture reached soft ball stage
  (234°).
   Remove from heat; beat with wooden spoon 2 to 3
  minutes or until mixture is creamy and begins to
  thicken.  Working quickly, drop mixture by rounded
  tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper; let cool.
 


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