Spiced Pecans Recipe

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Summary

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Recipe Story

On many a Christmas holiday I have delivered these nuts to our neighbors for little holiday gifts. I also serve them on the bar when we have parties. Pretty much any time of day or in any season, I can find a reason to gobble them up.

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Pecans often don’t get enough credit for their nutritional value. They are high in vitamin E, magnesium, fiber, and other antioxidants.

Ingredients

 Unsalted butter1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), melted
 Garlic powder1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Worcestershire sauce2 Tablespoon
 Soy sauce1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Cayenne pepper1 Teaspoon
 Salt1 Teaspoon
 Paprika1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Pecan halves4 Cup (64 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 492 Calories from Fat 411

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 47 g72.1%

Saturated Fat 29.1 g145.6%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 121 mg40.3%

Sodium 5834.5 mg243.1%

Total Carbohydrates 17 g5.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.1 g12.2%

Sugars 5.5 g

Protein 6 g11.7%

Vitamin A 96.6% Vitamin C 16.6%

Calcium 7.3% Iron 21.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Makes 4 cups

Preheat the oven to 325˚F.
Combine the melted butter, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, cayenne pepper, salt, and paprika in a large mixing bowl. Add the pecans and toss well to coat.
Spread the pecans in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes, stirring once. Drain and cool the pecans on several layers of paper towels. Store at room temperature for up to 5 days.


This recipe has been excerpted from Quick Fix Southern by Rebecca Lang. To purchase this book visit www.rebeccalangcooks.com.

Photo credit: Dennis McDaniel
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