2 tsp. butter, softened
1 (7 oz.) jar marshmallow cream
1 tsp. vanilla
1 lb. powdered sugar, sifted (4 1/2 c.)
1 (14 oz.) pkg. vanilla caramels
1/4 c. milk
3 c. chopped pecans

In small mixing bowl beat butter, marshmallow cream and vanilla on low speed. Beat in about 1/2 cup powdered sugar to make a stiff mix. Turn on clean surface and knead. Wrap in wax paper and chill about 2 hours.

2nd Step:

In the top of double broiler, mix caramels and milk. Place over pan of water. Heat until caramels are melted, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly. Form cream mixture into 4 to 6 inch logs. Spread chopped nuts on wax paper. With a knife spread caramel on one side of log. Turn over and spread uncovered side. Roll in pecans.