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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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