SWEET AND SPICY PECANS "These flavor-infused pecans somehow manage to be crunchy, sweet, savory, and spicy - all at the same time. It's a dangerously addictive combination that also happens to play well with just about every cocktail it meets. For pretty party favors or stocking stuffers, package these fragrant nibbles in sheer organza or cellophane bags tied with colored ribbons. Shake it up with a mint julep."
4 cups pecan halves 1/3 cup natural cane sugar 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon sea salt, plus more to taste 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spread the pecans on a rimmed baking sheet and place in the oven to lightly toast, 5 to 7 minutes. While the pecans are toasting, combine the cane sugar, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a bowl and stir to mix. Place the butter and vanilla in a separate bowl, remove the pecans from the oven and add them to the butter and vanilla mixture, tossing to coat. Add the spice mixture and toss again to coat evenly. Return the pecans to the baking sheet, spread them evenly, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes more, until toasted and fragrant, stirring halfway through. Sprinkle with additional salt, if desired. Let cool completely-they will get crispy after they cool-before storing in an airtight container until ready to serve, or for up to 1 week. (note) As a blind individual I will remove the tray after time given above and taste a pecan or two to make sure they are toasting or toasted enough. This is one of those recipes that when toasting nuts it is a taste as you go thing. But with some patience and time and practice you will get it right, I do pretty good..smile Isn't testing new recipes always so much fun?smile Good luck and again keep checking your nuts for the right amount of toastiness you desire..it can be done" VARIATIONS: Mix things up by flavoring the nuts with different combinations of herbs and spices. "Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life" ( Psalm 143:8). -Sugar --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus _______________________________________________ Cookinginthedark mailing list Cookinginthedark@acbradio.org http://acbradio.org/mailman/listinfo/cookinginthedark
