Pralines (the easy way)

2 cups sugar
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 tbsp. butter
1/8 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. baking soda
2 cups pecan halves

Combine all ingredients except baking soda and mix well. Microwave on high for 12-13 minutes, stirring every 4 minutes. Add baking soda and stir well. Cook 1 to 1-1/2 minutes more. Beat with wooden spoon until thickened. Drop by tablespoonfuls on waxed paper. Cool.


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