Spiced Pecans

Directions

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   1. Preheat oven to 350 Line cookie sheets with non-stick foil. Spray with Pam.
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   2. Combine 2 cups water, spices & butter in heavy small saucepan.
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   3. Bring to boil; boil until mixture registers 220°F on candy thermometer, about 3 minutes.
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   4. Add nuts and cook until syrup clings to nuts, about 10 minutes.
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   5. Drain pecans well.
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   6. Bake for about 20 minutes then reduce heat to 300 degrees for 10 minutes.
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   7. Let them cool as they'll crisp up a bit.
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   8. I double the amount of pecans because we eat them so quickly. This recipe has worked well for me countless times.