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Lavender Goat's Milk Pralines
Sweet pecan candies made with a goat's milk base.
By Aunesty Janssen · The Arrogant Hippie Culinary Journal: Goat's Milk Edition
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup whole goat's milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried culinary lavender, finely chopped
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Method
- Line two baking sheets with parchment.
- Combine the sugar, brown sugar, goat's milk, butter, and lavender in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugars dissolve.
- Clip on a candy thermometer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 235°F (soft-ball stage), about 15-18 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the pecans and vanilla. Beat with a wooden spoon for about a minute, until the mixture just begins to thicken and turn slightly cloudy.
- Working quickly, drop spoonfuls onto the prepared sheets and let set at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
Kitchen note
If the mixture sets up too fast in the pot, add a teaspoon of hot water and stir to loosen it before spooning out the remaining pralines.
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