New Orleans Butter Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. granulated sugar
1 c. light brown sugar, packed
1/2 c. unsalted butter
1 c. milk
2 Tbsp. light corn syrup
3 c. pecan halves
2 tsp. vanilla extract

Preparation

Place 2 large parchment paper sheets on baking sheets (butter parchment sheets).
Set aside.
Combine all ingredients, except vanilla, in a heavy, 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a boil, stirring often.
Cook to soft ball stage (234\u00b0).
Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
Stir briskly, until mixture loses its glossy sheen.
Working quickly, drop by teaspoons onto buttered paper.
Let cool completely.
Remove and store in airtight container.
Makes 2 dozen.