3 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
Pinch of salt
1/8 lb. butter
2 c. pecans
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix sugar, buttermilk, soda and salt; bring to a boil. Add butter in small amounts. When boiling well, add pecans; cook to soft ball stage and add vanilla. Cool, beat and drop on waxed paper.