Leche Quemada (Caramel Candy)

2 quarts milk

1 lb. granulated sugar

pecan halves

Boil milk with sugar, stirring occasionally, about 2 hours, until you can pull mixture away from sides of the pan with a spoon.

Pour into greased square pan, and when cool, cut into squares. Press a pecan half into each square.

See the full article in the January 1996 issue.