Emeril'S Crunchy Pralines - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb packed light brown sugar (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup water
2 cups pecan pieces

Preparation

Combine the sugar, butter, and water in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Continue to stir for 3 to 4 minutes; the mixture will begin to boil.
Add the pecans and continue to stir for about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat.
Drop by the spoonful onto wax paper.
Let cool.
Remove from the paper with a thin knife.
NOTE: Pralines may be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about 2 weeks.