1 c. pecans 1/3 c. butter 1/3 c. Karo light corn syrup 1 tsp. maple flavoring 1/2 tsp. salt 1 lb. 10x sugar, sifted (4 1/2 c.) Chop 1/2 cup nuts finely and 1/2 cup coarsely. Mix together butter, corn syrup, maple flavorings, and salt. Add 10x sugar all at once; mix thoroughly. Knead until smooth. Knead in finely chopped nuts. Shape mixture into 2 rolls, 2 inches thick. Brush with additional corn syrup and roll on coarsely chopped nuts. Wrap and chill. Slice into 1/4 inch pieces before serving. Makes 1 1/2 pounds candy. |