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

Combine sugar, soda, butter milk and salt. Cook over high heat 5 minutes, stirring constantly and scraping bottom of pan. Add butter and pecans. Continue cooking until candy reaches soft-ball (cook less time for frosting). Remove from heat and cool slightly. Beat until thick and creamy. Drop by tablespoon onto wax paper and let cool.