Pecan Pralines


This is a simple, easy recipe for pecan pralines that is made in the microwave.  You can alter this recipe to your own liking by subsituting your favorite nuts instead of pralines.  Be careful and make sure you pay close attention when you're using the microwave as times can vary.

  • 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon and 1/2 teaspoon heavy cream
  • 3/4 teaspoon margarine
  • 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons pecan halves
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

    • In a small, microwave safe bowl, combine sugar, cream, margarine and pecans. Microwave 2 minutes on high, stirring once. Let rest 1 minute. Stir in vanilla and continue to stir 2 minutes more. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto buttered waxed paper. (If mixture is runny, allow to cool 30 seconds more and try again.)

    Source: Baking for One

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