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Give your loved ones a sniffle-free holiday season. Pecans deliver ample magnesium, a mineral that helps strengthen the immune system. Ingredients:
4 teaspoons vegetable oil |
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar |
4 teaspoons water |
1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder |
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
2 cups pecan halves |
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt |
Directions:
1. Heat oven to 350°. In a medium saucepan, warm 4 teaspoons vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar, 4 teaspoons water, 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles. Add 2 cups pecan halves; cook, stirring, until pecans are thickly coated, about 3 minutes. Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bake until fragrant and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.
2. Per serving: 226 calories, 23 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 6 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 3 g protein per 1/4 cup Nutritional analysis provided by Self
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