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                           Maple-Pecan Pralines

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Serving Size  : 24   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Candies                          Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   3       c            Sugar
   1       c            Evaporated milk
     2/3   c            Light corn syrup
   2       tb           Butter
     1/4   ts           Cream of tartar
   2       c            Pecan pieces
   2       ts           Maple flavoring

  Combine first five ingredients in a dutch oven; heat to boiling, stirring
  constantly.  Stir in pecan pieces; cook over medium heat, stirring
  occasionally, until mixture reaches soft ball stage (236°F).  Remove from
  heat; stir in flavoring.  Beat with wooden spoon 5 to 8 minutes or until
  mixture is creamy and begins to thicken.  Working quickly, drop by rounded
  tablespoonfuls onto wax paper; let cool.
 


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