1 c. buttermilk
2 c. granulated sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 c. pecan halves

Combine first 3 ingredients; stir to mix. Cook over medium heat in large saucepan. Stir constantly until it turns brown in color and reaches the soft ball stage. Remove from heat and add next 3 ingredients. Beat until glossy and starts to crystalize.

Quickly spoon into patties (2 inch) on waxed paper or greased cookie sheet. If mixture begins to crystalize, return to heat for a few minutes to get it back to right consistency.