Butterscotch Pecan Patties

1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup evaporated milk
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Place the sugar, syrup, salt and milk in a sauce pan and stir until sugar is dissolved. Boil slowly until it forms a soft ball when tested in cold water. Remove from stove, add the butter and vanilla and let stand 10 minutes. Add pecans , and beat vigorously until thick and creamy. Drop from a teaspoon onto waxed paper.
Pat So Cal

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