Authentic New Orleans Pralines
["1 1/2 c. sugar", "3/4 c. light brown sugar, packed", "1/2 c. milk", "3/4 stick butter", "1 1/2 c. pecans"]
["Combine all ingredients; bring to soft ball stage (238\u00b0 to 240\u00b0).", "Remove from heat; stir until cooled and thickened.", "Spoon out on buttered wax paper or foil."]
["sugar", "light brown sugar", "milk", "butter", "pecans"]