Mexican Pecan Candy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
1 c. milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped pecans
2 Tbsp. oleo
2 Tbsp. white corn syrup
1/4 tsp. soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Mix all ingredients, except pecans and vanilla, in a large saucepan and bring to a boil.
When mixture comes to a boil, add pecans and cook until it reaches 234\u00b0 or until it forms a soft ball when dropped in cold water.
Add vanilla and beat until creamy.
Drop by teaspoons on waxed paper.
Yield: about 24 pieces.