Quick Praline Candy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. butterscotch pudding and pie mix
1/2 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
1 Tbsp. butter or oleo
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. evaporated milk
1 1/2 c. pecan pieces

Preparation

Mix pudding mix, both kinds of sugar, milk and butter or oleo in a pot.
Cook and stir over low heat until sugar dissolves and mixture boils.
Cook gently stirring frequently until a small amount tested in cold water forms as soft ball (234\u00b0 on candy thermometer).
Add nuts and mix well.
Remove from heat and beat until mixture begins to thicken.
No longer!
Drop by tablespoons onto waxed paper and let stand until firm.
Makes about 18 to 20 pieces.