Cheeseboard With Whiskey Orange Marmalade & Candied Pecans |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Put out a selection of 3 good cheeses such as an aged Cheddar, Blue cheese & Gouda. Add a selection of grapes, apple slices, dried apricots and dates and some good bread or crackers. Add these Two accompaniments along with some wine and you have a party. Ingredients:
1/4 cup rye whiskey |
3/4 cup orange marmalade (seville is best) |
1 teaspoon vanilla |
3 cups pecans (whole) |
1/4 cup maple syrup |
1/4 cup corn syrup |
3 tablespoons sugar |
1 1/2 teaspoons salt |
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice |
1/2 teaspoon chili powder |
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger |
Directions:
1. To make the marmalade place the whisky in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2. Add the marmalade and simmer till melted.
3. Take off the stove and add the vanilla.
4. Place in a dish and keep in frig till solidified.
5. To make pecans turn oven on to 325°F.
6. On a sheet pan place a piece of foil or parchment paper and spray well with cooking spray.
7. In a bowl add all ingredients except the pecans and mix well.
8. Add the pecans and mix together well.
9. Bake for 5 minutes.
10. Remove from oven and toss gently with a fork.
11. Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes watching that they do not burn.
12. When cooled break up any large pieces and place in a airtight container until ready to use.
13. Best to keep these in the frig overnight to develop the flavors.
14. Enjoy!
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