MEXICAN PRALINES

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My family loves pralines, especially the kind like you find at the cashier station in Mexican restaurants.

Provided by Rose Dailey

Categories     Candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c light brown sugar, packed
1 c butter, softened
1/4 c half & half -or- whole milk
2 1/2 c powdered sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 c pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Line cookie sheets with wax paper or parchment paper. Spray lightly with Pam cooking spray.
  • 2. In large saucepan, bring brown sugar, butter and Half & Half [or milk] to boil. Cook at low boil, and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • 3. Whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased paper. Let cool. Makes about 30.

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