Sweet and Spicy Pecans

These pecans have graced our family’s Christmas sweet gift platters. I’ve also sprinkled them over my gourmet salads. They add so much in either case. I can’t get enough of them! Lining the pans with parchment paper makes for easier removal of the pecans and easier cleanup!

Step: 1

Stir 1 cup sugar into the hot water in a large bowl until the sugar is completely dissolved. Soak the pecans in the water for 1 hour; drain.

Step: 2

Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line two 9x13 inch baking dishes with parchment paper.

Step: 3

Sift the 2/3 cup sugar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper together in a separate large bowl; add the pecans and toss to coat evenly. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer into the prepared dishes.

Step: 4

Bake in the preheated oven until the coating on the pecans are bubbly, stirring once, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the pecans from the pans immediately and spread onto a counter or other flat surface covered with parchment paper to cool.

Per Serving: 222 calories; protein 2.6g; carbohydrates 12.7g; fat 19.6g; sodium 11mg.

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