Southern Pralines(In Microwave) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. firmly packed light brown sugar
2/3 c. evaporated milk
1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. butter
1 1/2 c. pecan halves

Preparation

Combine sugar, milk and salt in a 2-quart measuring cup (glass); mix well.
Stir in butter.
Microwave on High for 7 to 9 minutes or until mixture reaches soft ball stage (235\u00b0), stirring once.
Stir in pecans and cool about 1 minute.
Beat by hand until mixture is creamy and begins to thicken, about 3 minutes.
Drop by tablespoon onto waxed paper.
Let stand until firm.