Leche Quemada (Burned Milk Candy) There are many versions of this delicious Mexican candy around. I got this one from my mom, who got it from my sister, who got it from a friend, who...well, let's just say this recipe has been around. Ingredients: 5 C. sugar 2 large cans of evaporated milk 2 T. butter Directions: 1. Mix sugar and milk together. Bring to boil. Cook to soft ball stage, stirring often. 2. While the above mixture is coming to a boil, carmelize 1 /2 c. sugar in separate pot. 3. Add carmelized sugar to original sugar/milk mixture while it is boiling. 4. After mixture has reached soft ball stage, remove from heat and add butter. Cool slightly. 5. Beat until cool and slightly thickened. 6. Drop by teaspoons onto wax paper and top with a pecan half while still warm. Let cool and harden.