Butter Pecan Fudge
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
Coat an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick
cooking spray. In a large saucepan, bring the butter,
heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt
to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Allow
to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, then
remove the pan from the heat.
Stir in the pecans and vanilla. Add the confections'
sugar and stir until smooth and well combined. Spread
the mixture into the baking dish. Allow to cool to
room temperature then cut into 1-inch squares and
serve, or store in an airtight container until ready
to serve.
About 5 dozen pieces.
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