Name: Candied Pecans
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 large egg white; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups pecan halves (8 to 9 ounces)

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Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

1 large egg white

1/2 cup sugar

1 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 cups pecan halves (8 to 9 ounces)

Preparation

Step 1
Preheat oven to 300°F. Brush large rimmed baking sheet with butter.
Step 2
Whisk egg white in bowl until foamy. Add sugar, spices, and salt. Whisk until mixture is thick and opaque. Add pecans; stir until coated. Using forks, transfer nuts to sheet, spacing apart; discard remaining coating.
Step 3
Bake nuts until deep golden brown, about 35 minutes. Cool completely on sheet. Transfer to container; cover and store at room temperature. (Can be made 4 days ahead.)

TagsPecan Nut Dairy Free Gluten Free Vegetarian Easy 5 Ingredients or Fewer Baking Bon Appétit

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