Southern Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
2 c. pecan halves
3/4 c. buttermilk
2 Tbsp. butter
1/8 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

Combine all ingredients except baking soda in a 4-quart casserole, stirring well.
Microwave at High for 12 to 13 minutes, stirring every 4 minutes.
Stir in baking soda.
Microwave at High for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.
Beat with wooden spoon until mixture begins to thicken.
Working rapidly, drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased wax paper.
Let stand until firm.