Microwave Buttermilk Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
1 tsp. soda
1 c. buttermilk
3/4 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. pecan halves

Preparation

Combine all ingredients, except vanilla and pecans, in buttered, 3-quart, glass mixing bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on Medium for 15 minutes.
Stir and continue cooking on Medium for 13 to 15 minutes or until a soft ball forms in cold water.
Add vanilla and beat until mixture forms soft peaks.
Stir in pecans.