Pecan Roll Candy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
2 Tbsp. white Karo syrup
1 pkg. dates, chopped
3/4 c. milk
1 qt. pecans, coarsely chopped
scoop of butter or margarine (about the size of a walnut)

Preparation

Mix sugar, syrup and milk. Cook to a soft ball.
Put in chopped dates and cook 5 minutes longer. Remove from heat and mix in butter and nuts. Stir until cool.
Pour out on a clean, damp cloth.
When cool enough to handle, roll into a roll.
After candy is completely cool, roll up in foil and refrigerate. Slice and enjoy.