Pecan Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
1 tsp. soda
1 c. buttermilk
pinch of salt
2 Tbsp. butter
2 1/3 c. pecans
2/3 c. pecan halves to decorate

Preparation

In large pan, combine first 4 ingredients.
Cook over high heat 5 minutes.
Stir frequently.
Add butter and 2 1/3 cups pecans.
Cook until this forms a soft ball in cool water.
Remove from heat.
Cool slightly, then beat until creamy.
Drop by spoonfuls on wax paper.
Decorate with pecan halves.