Pecan Pralines

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. Continue stirring until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches soft ball stage (235-240°F) on a candy thermometer.
4. Remove the pan from heat and add in the chopped pecans.
5. Beat with a wooden spoon until the praline mixture has thickened and lost its gloss.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Allow the pralines to cool and harden before serving.