New Orleans Pecan Pralines
Ingredients:
– 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
– 1 ¼ cups light brown sugar
– ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
– 1 cup evaporated milk
– 1 stick unsalted butter
– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
– 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions:
1. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper, wax paper, or aluminum foil .
2. In a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, bring the granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and evaporated milk to a boil. Cook until the mixture reaches 230°F, stirring occasionally after it begins boiling (about 8 minutes) .
3. Add the butter, vanilla, and pecans. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and reaches 240°F, stirring continuously for the first 2 minutes .
4. When the candy nears completion, you’ll notice the bottom of the pot as you stir. Quickly scoop out portions of the praline mixture as it hardens fast .
5. Let the pralines cool for 5–10 minutes before enjoying .
