1 c. sugar
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 c. coarsely chopped pecans
3/4 c. buttermilk
2 tbsp. butter
Dash salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. vanilla extract

Combine first 6 ingredients in a 4-quart casserole, stirring well. Microwave on HIGH 12-13 minutes, stirring every 4 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Beat with wooden spoon just until mixture begins to thicken. Work rapidly; drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased waxed paper. Let stand until firm.