Creamy Pralines

Ingredients

 * 1 	 lb   light brown sugar
 * 1/8 	teaspoon salt
 * 3/4 	cup evaporated milk
 * 1 	tablespoon butter
 * 2 	cups pecan halves

Directions
Mix the sugar, salt, milk and butter in a heavy pot. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves. Add the pecans and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until it reaches the soft ball stage (234 to 240 degrees on a candy thermometer). Remove from heat. Allow to cool for a couple of minutes, then stir rapidly until the mixture begins to thicken and lightly coats the pecans. Drop by tablespoons onto wax or parchment paper. When the pralines have cooled, gently lift from the surface with a knife and store in an airtight container.