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Pralines

A handwritten recipe card for Pralines with pecans.
A vintage handwritten recipe card for classic Pralines with pecans. Pralines have been a New Orleans favorite for generations. These Pralines are simply made with white sugar, milk, soda, and pecans.
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp soda
  • 2 cups pecans

Method

  • Cook until soft ball stage - about 20 minutes.
  • Take off {heat} and beat until it begins to thicken, then drop on wax paper by tablespoon.

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Candy Thermometer
Candy Thermometer 2
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Course Candy
Cuisine American
Keyword Candy, New Orleans, Pecans

Notes

Makes about 18 patties. 
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This recipe is from Dot Lee