Chuck's Candied Pecans

Name: Chuck's Candied Pecans
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H5M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H17M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H22M0.000S
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups white (granulated) sugar; 1 cup water; 2 cups pecans; Pinch sea salt; Pinch cayenne pepper

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Level: Intermediate
Total: 22 min

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 17 min

Yield: 2 cups

Level: Intermediate
Total: 22 min

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 17 min

Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

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2 cups white (granulated) sugar

1 cup water

2 cups pecans

Pinch sea salt

Pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

In a heavy saucepan on medium heat add the sugar and water. Gently stir with a spoon to ensure that the sugar is completely dissolved before it comes to a boil. Let it go for approximately 20 minutes on medium heat you are looking for a nice amber color and slow bubbling. Cut the heat.
Carefully* add the pecans and toss to cover. While tossing, add a pinch of salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Spread them out on a lightly oiled sheet pan or a silpat to cool.
Serve them crumbled in a salad, on a dessert or just on their own.