Microwave Pralines

1. 1

   In 3-quart microwave-safe casserole, stir together light brown sugar, granulated sugar, water, corn syrup and butter.

2. 2

   Cover with lid or plastic wrap, turning back one section to vent steam. Microwave at High setting (100% power) 8 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in pecans and vanilla.

4. 4

   Cover again, and microwave 2 minutes more.

5. 5

   Stir in confectioners sugar until well blended. Continue stirring for 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken and loses its gloss.

6. 6

   Quickly drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 3 inches apart onto buttered waxed paper (if mixture becomes too thick to drop from a spoon, stir in a few drops hot water).

7. 7

   Let pralines stand until set.

8. 8

   Carefully remove pralines from waxed paper.

9. 9

   Store between layers of foil in airtight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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