Authentic Mexican Pralines

1. 1

   Put 2 cups sugar, water, pecans and salt in pan; bring to a boil.

2. 2

   In meantime, brown 1/2 cup sugar in a small iron skillet; let it melt and get to light caramel color.

3. 3

   Pour into first mixture and continue to cook until it forms a ball when dropped in cold water.

4. 4

   Add butter and beat until it cools and thickens a little; drop by spoonfuls on waxed paper, which has been laid over newspaper.

5. 5

   When cool and hard, candy will lift easily from paper.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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