Instructions: Bring sugars and milk to a boil in a Dutch oven, stirring often. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, 11 minutes or until a candy thermometer registers 228 degrees (thread stage).

Stir in butter and pecans; cook, stirring constantly, until candy thermometer registers 236 degrees (soft ball stage).

Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Beat with a wooden spoon 1 to 2 minutes or just until mixture begins to thicken. Quickly drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto buttered wax paper or parchment paper; let stand until firm.

This recipe yields about 2 1/2 dozen.

Yield: 2 1/2 dozen

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