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Brown Sugar Pecan Candies

By: Barbara Windham  
"These sweet candies are similar to those served at Mexican restaurants in our area. The recipe comes from a cookbook put together by the staff of the school where I teach. --Barbara Windham, Houston, Texas"

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 60 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 4 large marshmallows, cut into quarters
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, milk and corn syrup. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 238 degrees F (soft-ball stage).
  2. Remove from the heat; stir in marshmallows and butter until melted. Add pecans and vanilla; stir only until mixture begins to thicken. Quickly drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper. Cool until set. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 10, 2007 by tanyakhughes 
These turned out great. I used 32 miniature marshmallows instead of 4 big ones, and ricemilk... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2009 by tracyrey 
This is the first time I have ever made these, my family could not get enough. Just like the... MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2008 by Heather R. 
This recipe tasted really good, but wasnt the prettiest. MORE
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Reviewed on Dec. 23, 2008 by clarinetchic18 
Very easy to make and they are delicious!! MORE

 
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