Emeril'S Creamy Pralines

1. 1

   In a heavy saucepan, over medium heat, combine the sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, salt and condensed milk.

2. 2

   With a wooden spoon, stir until the sugar dissolves.

3. 3

   Continue to cook, stirring, until smooth and light brown, about 8 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the vanilla and pecans and continue to cook, stirring, until the mixture reaches 234 to 240 degrees F. on a candy thermometer or the soft ball stage, that is, when a bit dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens. Remove from the heat and drop by the spoonful onto waxed paper.

5. 5

   Let cool.

6. 6

   Remove from the paper with a thin knife.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.