What are your Christmas traditions? Does one of them involve making something?
Growing up, my mom’s tradition was to make candy. Since she worked full time, this was usually an evening project – one batch at a time.
- Fudge
- Divinity
- Nougat
- Peanut Brittle
- Fondant
- Pecan Caramel Roll
From her, I learned how to tell the different stages of candy and the importance of a good candy thermometer. During the early years of my marriage, I tried to carry on this tradition. I remember being in tears and calling mom because I didn’t think my fondant was going to be much more than a plate of ‘slimy’ mess. Thanks to her talking me down over the phone, I kept stirring and it turned out fantastic.
Below is her recipe for my favorite: Pecan Caramel Roll. This is also the one that requires Fondant.
When finished making the candy, trays would be prepared for work places, plates for neighbors and coffee cans would be packed to ship to her siblings.
The candy making is just a memory now.
Now I want Pecan Caramel Roll… Thanks for sharing!
I made candy as a teen. Always had to use the hard ball or soft ball method. Never had a proper thermometer. I will only make non- cooked candies now! Would love to taste your pecan roll, though.
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