Virgie'S Nutty Delight Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. granulated sugar
1 1/4 c. evaporated milk
1 stick butter
dash of salt
2 c. grated coconut
2 c. chopped pecans
1 1/2 c. sliced almonds
1 tsp. almond extract

Preparation

In thick walled pot over medium heat, melt sugar, evaporated milk, dash of salt and butter.
Add coconut, pecans and almonds. Cook over medium to low heat for 18 to 20 minutes.
Remove from heat and add almond extract.
Cool slightly.
Scoop onto waxed paper laid over paper towels with a small bladed ice cream scoop. Makes 38 to 42 pralines depending on size of scoop.
For firmer pralines, use 1/2 stick of butter.