2 c. sugar
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tbsp. white corn syrup
1/2 stick butter
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. pecans

Cook all but vanilla and pecans in 3 quart pan or large saucepan to a soft boil stage (240 degrees). Add vanilla and pecans; beat until mixture becomes opaque and starts thickening. Rapidly drop spoonful onto wax paper.