Maple-pecan pralines

24 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3cupsSugar
1cupEvaporated Milk
cupLight corn syrup
2tablespoonsButter or margarine
¼teaspoonCream of tartar
2cupsPecan pieces
2teaspoonsMaple flavoring

Directions

Combine first five ingredients in a dutch oven; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Stir in pecan pieces; cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, unti mixture reaches soft ball stage (236ø).

Remove from heat; stir in flavoring. Beat with wooden spoon 5 to 8 minutes or until mixture is creamy and begins to thicken. Working quickly, drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto wax paper; let cool.