Spiced Pecans

Directions

1. 1
   Butter 2 large cookie sheets.
2. 2
   In heavy saucepan stir together sugar, salt, allspice, cinnamon, water and syrup.
3. 3
   Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until boiling.
4. 4
   Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 235° on a candy thermometer or until mixture forms a soft ball in water. Remove from heat; add vanilla and nuts, stir until mixture begins to thicken.
5. 5
   Working quickly with a small metal spatula, drop each coated pecan half well apart onto cookie sheets.
6. 6
   Cool completely. Store in airtight containers.