Mother's Datre Loaf Candy

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Course : Candy
From: HungryMonster.com
 

Ingredients:

2 Cup Sugar
1 Cup Milk
1 tablespoons Butter
1/2 package dates, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
 

Preparation:

Combine sugar, milk and butter, cook until it forms a soft ball (best to use candy thermometer) then add dates and cook until dates are disolved then add pecans, mix well and pour on a wet cloth and roll. Let cool, turning frequently to shape roll.