Buttermilk Candy Recipe

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   Combine buttermilk and baking soda in heavy 5 qt saucepan.

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   Let stand for 20 min.

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   Add in sugar and corn syrup to buttermilk mix.

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   Bring to a boil, stirring till the sugar is dissolved.

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   When mix boils, add in butter, and cook, stirring often, to the soft ball stage (236 - 238 degrees).

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   It will turn a medium brown.

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   (NOTE: This foams a LOT as it's cooking, so you will have to stir and watch carefully...just make sure you use a good size pot, so it doesn't boil over).

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   Remove from heat and cold to lukewarm (110 degrees).

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   Beat with a hand mixer till its gloss starts to dull and starts to thicken (the color also lighten).

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    Stir in pecans, if you like.

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    Pour into buttered 8 or possibly 9 inch pan.

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    Cold till hard and cut into pcs.

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    Maureen Says:This recipe was sent to me last year and was an instant hit.

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    Smells like caramel while its cooking and tastes like it too.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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