Authentic New Orleans Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. light brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. milk
3/4 stick butter
1 1/2 c. pecans

Preparation

Combine all ingredients; bring to soft ball stage (238\u00b0 to 240\u00b0).
Remove from heat; stir until cooled and thickened.
Spoon out on buttered wax paper or foil.