Ingredients for Sugared Pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup margarine (or butter)
- Evaporated Milk
- Pecan Halves
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How to Make Sugared Pecans
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup margarine (or butter), and 1/4 cup milk.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Continue cooking, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (235-240°F on a candy thermometer). A small amount of the mixture dropped into a cup of cold water should form a soft, pliable ball.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
- Add 3 cups pecan halves to the hot sugar mixture.
- Stir gently but thoroughly until all pecans are evenly coated.
- Pour the sugared pecans onto a sheet of waxed paper or a silicone baking mat to cool.
- Once cooled completely, gently separate the pecans using two forks to prevent them from sticking together.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
44 g
Sugar
2442g
Fat
220g
Carbs
222g