Pecan Pralines
["1 1/2 c. sugar", "1/2 c. buttermilk", "1 Tbsp. white corn syrup", "1/2 tsp. baking soda", "1/4 c. butter", "1/2 tsp. vanilla", "1 c. chopped pecans"]
["Combine sugar, buttermilk, syrup and soda.", "Cook slowly in a heavy pot until the mixture forms a soft ball, about 20 minutes. Use a candy thermometer (235\u00b0).", "Remove from heat.", "Add butter, vanilla and pecans.", "Beat until smooth and creamy using a wooden spoon.", "Drop by tablespoon onto waxed paper.", "If candy does not harden within 10 minutes of dropping, it can be cooked a few minutes more."]
["sugar", "buttermilk", "white corn syrup", "baking soda", "butter", "vanilla", "pecans"]