Pralines (not "Pray-leens"..... "Praw-leens")

[Rhonda]

Pralines

Ingredients:

2 c. pecans
 2 c. sweetened shredded coconut 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar
 1 c. brown sugar
 1/2 c. evaporated milk
 1/2 c. light corn syrup
 1/2 c. or one stick unsalted butter 1 teas. vanilla extract
 1/2 teas. salt


Directions: 

In a large saucepot, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar evaporated milk, corn syrup, and unsalted butter. Heat over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until mixture is thoroughly combined and has achieved a uniform consistency.

Allow mixture to reach a boil and maintain it for 4 minutes, while stirring. Remove from burner and immediately add vanilla and salt, mixing well.

Gradually add shredded coconut and pecans to the mixture. Mix well, stirring for at least an additional 3 minutes. The mixture will begin to cool and thicken. Once it is thick enough, drop onto surface covered with wax paper.

Allow to cool to room temperature.

NOTE: It is better to boil slightly longer and to stir slightly longer than not long enough, as the pralines will not harden properly if it has not been long enough.

[Val]

Oh man they are good, I gauuurenteee!