2 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. buttermilk
1/8 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. butter
2 1/2 c. pecan halves

In large heavy saucepan combine the sugar, soda, buttermilk, and salt. Cook over high heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, scraping bottom of pan. Add butter and pecans. Continue cooking stirring constantly and scraping bottom and side of pan until candy reaches soft ball stage. Remove from heat and cool slightly. Beat until thick and creamy. Drop from tablespoon onto wax paper and let cool.