Pecan Buttermilk Pralines
["2 c. sugar", "1 tsp. soda", "1 c. buttermilk", "2 tsp. vanilla", "2 c. pecan halves"]
["Mix sugar, soda and milk in heavy saucepan and cook over medium heat", "to", "soft", "ball stage (234\u00b0).", "Remove from heat and add vanilla and pecans.", "Begin beating immediately.", "Beat until candy begins", "to", "thicken.", "Drop", "by teaspoon on waxed paper or greased baking sheet.", "Cool.", "Yields 30 small patties."]
["sugar", "soda", "buttermilk", "vanilla", "pecan halves"]