Southern Pecan Log

• 2 c. white sugar
• 1 c. light brown sugar
• 1 c. light cream
• 1/4 c. corn syrup
• 2 Tbsp. margarine
• 3/4 c. confectioners sugar
• 1 c. finely chopped pecans

1. In medium-heavy saucepan, combine white sugar, brown sugar, cream and syrup; mix well.
2. Cook, but do not stir, to 240u0b0 on candy thermometer or until small amount dropped in cold water forms a firm ball.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Add butter but do not stir. Cool to 150u0b0.
5. Beat with electric mixer until very thick and light colored.
6. Stir in 1/2 cup confectioners sugar. Knead in additional sugar until mixture is very stiff.
7. Divide and roll into four 1 1/2 x 6-inch logs.
8. Brush with corn syrup.
9. Roll in nuts.
10. Wrap in wax paper.
11. Chill; slice.
12. Store in refrigerator.

white sugar, light brown sugar, light cream, corn syrup, margarine, confectioners sugar, pecans

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=645436 (may not work)