Pralines

Love desserts with a Southern accent? Then you probably love pralines, the delectable Louisiana treat with a 300 year-old pedigree. Praline recipes are often kept under guard and this treat can be persnickety to make, but Ebony Martin and Monique James, sisters and owners of the gourmet praline company, Southern Delights,Inc., can show you how to make perfect pralines each and every time! In this deliciously informative cookbook, 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. And best of all, you'll not only discover how to make traditional pralines, but you'll also learn how to concoct uniquely modern creations of your own, like spicy mocha praline truffles,mini praline cheesecakes, and even praline coffee.