Crisp Spicy Pecans
- 15m Prep Time
- 30m Cook Time
- 45m Ready In
3 cups A mixture of almonds, walnuts, and pecans may also be used. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
Let's Prepare
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Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 egg white
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons sugar
- 3 cups pecan halves (12 ounces)
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Combine in a small bowl: 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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Step 2.
Set aside to cool. Beat in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until very foamy: 1 egg white; 1 teaspoon salt
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Step 3.
Gradually add and beat until soft peaks form: 6 tablespoons sugar
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Step 4.
Fold in along with the butter mixture until well coated: 3 cups pecan halves (12 ounces)
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Step 5.
Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake, stirring twice, until crisp and browned, about 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and pour onto a large sheet of foil to cool, then break into clusters or individual nuts.