Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. evaporated milk
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 stick margarine
2 1/2 c. pecans

Preparation

Mix first 5 ingredients.
Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
After it comes to a boil, test for soft ball stage by dropping small amounts in a cup of cold water.
When the drop can be rolled without breaking, remove from heat and add the remaining ingredients.
Stir vigorously until shine is gone and it is semi-stiff.
Drop by spoonfuls onto wax paper that has been coated with margarine, and allow to cool.