Pralines

2 c. sugar
⅛ tsp. salt
¾ c. buttermilk
2 c. pecan halves
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. baking soda

Combine all ingredients, except baking soda, in an 8-c. glass measure. Cook on HIGH for 12 minutes, stirring at 4-minute intervals. Stir in baking soda. Cook 2 -3 minutes on HIGH. Beat and drop by spoonsful onto waxed paper..

YIELD: approximately 30 candies