Instructions: Place milk, 1/2 lb butter, both sugars and slat in a large heavy pan.

Bring to boil, cook to "softball stage" (this is very hard, you MUST use a candy thermometer) Remove from heat and add 1/2 lb butter. Beat constantly.

When you feel it begin to thicken, add pecans and vanilla. When thick QUICKLY drop by teaspoon on greased surface or foil. Leave 2-3" between each as they will flatten out. REMEMBER THIS CANDY IS STIRRED CONSTANTLY WHILE BEING COOKED AND BEATEN CONSTANTLY WHEN REMOVED FROM THE FIRE.

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