Sugared Pecans

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. 2
   Melt butter in 13 X 9 X 2 glass baking pan.
3. 3
   Beat egg whites, at room temperature, until soft peaks form.
4. 4
   Gradually add sugar and salt beating until very stiff.
5. 5
   Fold in pecans.
6. 6
   Spread mixture into melted butter.
7. 7
   Bake 30 to 35 minutes, stirring at 10 minute intervals, until butter is absorbed and coating is browned on nuts.
8. 8
   Remove and spread on wax paper to cool.
9. 9
   Store on air tight container.
10. 10
    Yield 3 1/2 cups.