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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Enjoy these during the holidays or anytime at all. These nuts could easily be put into airtight jars and given as gifts. Ingredients:
1/2 cup top-quality bourbon |
1 lb pecan halves |
1 tablespoon corn oil |
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce |
1/2 teaspoon angostura bitters |
1/2 cup sugar |
1 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste) |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Simmer the bourbon in a small saucepan over medium heat until reduced by a quarter, just a few minutes. Blanch the pecans in boiling water for 1 minute ( blanching the pecans in boiling water is an old Chinese trick that makes them especially crisp), then drain.
2. Combine the bourbon, oil, Worcestershire sauce, bitters, and sugar in a large bowl. Add the HOT pecans and toss. Let stand for 10 minutes.
3. Spread the pecans in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake until the nuts are crisp and the liquid has evaporated, 30 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Turn the nuts into a clean bowl.
4. Combine the cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Toss with the nuts and serve.
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