11/26/2024 – This recipe came from ChatGPT who said the source was three recipes . Mary made it for Thanksgiving 2024 at Becky’s and for Jeff and Maggie’s visit.
Here’s a flavorful recipe for Spicy Roasted Pecans that brings together a delightful mix of heat, sweetness, and crunch:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon honey syrup
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder – Did not have powder so substituted 1 treaspoon of Granulated Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Coating: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, honey, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Coat Pecans: Add the pecans to the bowl and toss until they’re evenly coated with the spice mixture.
- Spread on Baking Sheet: Arrange the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Roast in the oven for 10–12 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even roasting. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. They’ll crisp up as they cool.
