Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Christmas Goodies Day 2: Candied Pecans



I love these salty and sweet pecans!  These are so yummy and are a great homemade gift treat.  This is a somewhat pricey recipe given the fact that pecans aren't cheap but making it yourself is much cheaper than buying ready-made candied nuts.    Tip: if you have a Sam's Club or similar warehouse membership, check their prices on pecans.  I made a double batch this year and got a 2-lb. bag at Sam's Club. 

1 lb. pecan halves
1 egg white
1 tsp. water
½ cup white sugar
½ tsp. cinnamon
¼ tsp. salt

Beat egg white with water until foamy but not stiff.  Pour egg white over pecans and gently stir to coat.  In a small bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt together.  Pour over pecan mixture and gently stir to coat.  Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray.  Spread pecans evenly in a single layer on cookie sheet.   Bake at 225 for one hour, flipping pecans every 15 minutes with a spatula.  Store in airtight container.

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