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Spiced Pecans. Coat pecans with a spicy syrup and roast in the oven.
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3.20 from 10 votes

Spiced Pecans

Spiced Pecans are pecan halves coated with a spicy syrup and then roasted in the oven until brown.  The amount of cayenne pepper is easily adjust to your taste preferences.  Spiced Pecans make nice hostess and Christmas gifts.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American South
Keyword: cayenne pepper, spiced pecans
Servings: 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a heavy pan except pecan halves. Stir and bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes stirring constantly. Sneeze three or four times. I'm not sure if sneezing is necessary but I can't make these without the cayenne pepper making me sneeze. I wouldn't take any chances, if I were you. Just gone on and sneeze.
  • Remove from heat and add pecans halves. Stir well until they're all coated. Pour onto a baking sheet that has been heavily greased or use a Silpat baking mat.
  • Separate the pecan halves as best you can using two forks sprayed with a non-stick spray.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until the pecans start to brown.
  • Remove from oven and let cool. Store in an airtight container.
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