Pecan Pralines

Ingredients

• 3 cups of granulated sugar
• 1 cup of sugar cooked to the caramel degree
• 1 cup of cream
• 3 cups of pecan nut meats

Directions

1. First stir the sugar and cream over the fire until the sugar is melted, then let boil to the soft ball degree or to 235°F.
2. Have ready the cup of sugar, cooked to the caramel degree, and pour the first mixture onto the caramel; let boil up once, then remove from the fire and beat until it begins to thicken.
3. Add the nuts and drop by spoonfuls onto marble or waxed paper.