This recipe is made with bittersweet chocolate and pecan’s and is perfect to give as gifts for any special holiday.
1 1/2 C. sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 1/3 C. of water 3 Tbs. light corn syrup 1/2 tsp. vinegar 8 oz. bittersweet chocolate, broken in small pieces 3/4 cup broken pecan halves
In a medium saucepan mix sugar, salt, water, corn syrup and vinegar. Bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Lower the heat and allow to boil 3 minutes without stirring. Remove from the heat and allow to rest 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chocolate, stir until melted, add the pecans and stir again. Using a measuring spoon, drop mixture by the Tbs.onto a foil-lined cookie sheet. Work quickly as mixture sets easily. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until completely set. Remove from foil paper using a plastic or rubber spatula. Store in refrigerator in lightly packed jar.Yield: about 20 pralines.