Southern Pralines Recipe
Ingredients
| Sugar | 2 Cup (32 tbs) | |
| Pecan halves | 2 Cup (32 tbs) | |
| Buttermilk | 3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs) | |
| Butter | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Salt | 1⁄8 Teaspoon | |
| Baking soda | 3⁄4 Teaspoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 1838 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26 g39.4%
Saturated Fat 15.4 g77.1%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 64.5 mg21.5%
Sodium 1271.6 mg53%
Total Carbohydrates 408 g135.9%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 399.7 g
Protein 7 g14.1%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C
Calcium 1.1% Iron 0.27%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
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°), 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.
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