1/4 c. evaporated milk
1 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. water
1/4 tsp. vanilla
3 c. young pecan halves

Toast pecans to enhance flavor. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for about 10 minutes. Stir often. They should be light brown and crisp.

Combine all ingredients except pecans. Dissolve sugar over medium heat. Add pecans and contnue to cook stirring frequently. Cook until pecans are completely sugared with no syrup left in pot. Spread on waxed paper and cool. Enjoy!