SOUTHERN PECAN PRALINES

Have you ever had a praline? My first experience with them was in New Orleans on one of our trips. I wasn’t really sure what to expect since they aren’t very common here in Arizona. They are sweet little confections made from combining sugar, milk and nuts – in most cases pecans. As soon as I tasted my first one I knew there was no turning back – to this day when I eat them I think of the French Quarter in NOLA.

INGREDIENTS

• 1½ cups brown sugar
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 6 Tbsp butter
• ½ cup evaporated milk
• 2 cups pecans
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 Tbsp of Bourbon (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Line 2 baking sheets with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper sprayed lightly with cooking spray
2. In large saucepan combine sugars, butter, milk, pecans and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches 238 degrees or “soft ball” stage. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and bourbon (if using).
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For full instructions please see : www.foodiemisadventures.com

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