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Perfect Pralines Promises from New Book

Ever had a Southern praline? Has the buttery, nutty, sweet concoction of a dessert got you wanting more? Then pralines are definitely for you. The classic Louisiana sweet with a 300-year-old history is a confection so tantalizing and delicious that many southerners have kept their prize, recipes a secret. Until now! Ebony Martin and Monique James, owners of the gourmet praline company, Southern Delights, Inc. will tell you just how to make the perfect praline - from scratch!

And best of all, you`ll not only discover how to make traditional pralines, but you can use one simple recipe as a jumpstart to concoct your own uniquely modern creations, like spicy mocha praline truffles, mini praline cheesecakes, and even praline coffee. It`s fun and easy to make pralines. And with the help of this handy book plus color photographs, pralines can now be the specialty of your house.

Making perfect pralines isn`t just a skill, it`s an art. Pralines can be persnickety, but the key to success is understanding the process and having the right tools. You`ll learn tips, tricks and techniques, like why a wooden spoon and a candy thermometer are essential, and how to handle potential praline mishaps and turn them into sweet success. There`s a handy problem solving chart and praline calibrator to help you make your own perfect kind of praline.