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Salted, Spiced
or Sugared Pecans
by Michelle Jones
Every holiday season my mother-in-law makes these tasty salted pecans for the family to nibble on while waiting for the big dinner, then for Christmas I like to make the sugared ones. They also make wonderful gifts. And for those that like things kicked up a bit, we've also included a recipe for Spiced Pecans, all three versions are wonderful!
Salted Pecans
Stir 2 c. pecan halves with 1-2 tsp. salt and 1/2 stick melted butter. Cook at 225 degrees for 1 hour, stirring often.
Spiced Pecans
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. water
3/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 tsp. salt
2 c. pecan halves
Sugared Pecans
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. water
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. pecan halves
Bake pecans at 375 degrees for 15 minutes and remove from oven. In a medium saucepan mix together all ingredients (except nuts) and bring to a boil, then reduce to a medium heat. Cook for about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add pecans, stirring constantly until a sugary mass is formed. While mixture is still hot, pour out onto greased pan or waxed paper, and separate each nut as they cool.
Extra Tip: Store unused pecans in the fridge to keep fresh longer.
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Copyright 2002 by Michelle Jones