Old Fashioned Creamy Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 c. sugar
2 1/2 c. light brown sugar
2 1/2 sticks oleo
5 Tbsp. light corn syrup
2 (12 oz.) cans milk
2 tsp. vanilla
6 c. pecans

Preparation

Combine all ingredients except vanilla and pecans. Cook over low heat about 30 to 40 minutes, stirring constantly.
When a hard ball can be formed when small amount is dropped in cold water, add vanilla.
Remove from heat and place pot in 2-inches of cold water in sink.
Add pecans and continue stirring until creamy and has become semi-glossy.
Spoon out onto waxed paper and let cool. Using a tablespoon, this will yield approximately 75 pralines.