Coconut Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sugar
1/3 tsp. baking soda
2/3 c. milk
pinch of salt
1 c. coconut

Preparation

Mix sugar, soda and salt in a large skillet. Add milk, stirring well to mix with dry ingredients. Cook approximately 15 minutes over medium-high heat until mixture reaches the soft ball stage (approximately 235\u00b0). Stir constantly and scrape the sides of the skillet as you stir. Once the mixture reaches the soft ball stage, add the coconut and continue to boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat and beat by hand 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens. Drop by tablespoons onto waxed paper or buttered surface. Let cool. Yield: 1 dozen.