Photo: Sara Cervera
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
222
Calories
1g
Protein
19g
Fat
13g
Carbs
What these numbers assume — 5 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Butter | 1 tbsp (14g) | 102 |
| Cream | 1 tbsp (15ml) heavy | 51 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Pecan | 1 half (4g) | 20 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups firmly packed light brown sugar
- ⅔ cup half and half
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1½ cup pecan halves
Directions
1
Combine sugar, half and half and salt in a deep 3 quart casserole; mix well.
2
Stir in butter.
3
Microwave on high for 7 to 9½ minutes or until mixture reaches soft ball stage (235°F), stirring once.
4
Stir in pecans; cool about 1 minute.
5
Beat by hand until mixture is creamy and begins to thicken, about 3 minutes.
6
Drop by tablespoon on wax paper.
7
Let stand until firm.
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