Directions
Bring sugars and milk to a boil in a Dutch oven, stirring often. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, 11 minutes or until a thermometer registers 228° F. Stir in butter and pecans; cook, stirring constantly, heat until thermometer registers 236° F. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Mix 1 to 2 minutes or just until mixture begins to thicken. Using heaping tablespoonfuls place onto buttered wax paper or parchment paper; let stand until firm.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine
2 cups pecan halves, toasted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract