ORANGE-CINNAMON PECANS

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With a burst of citrus and spice, these glazed pecan halves taste like Christmas in a bowl. Yuletide gatherings just aren't the same without this crunchy, munchy snack.-Cleo Gonske, Redding, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups pecan halves
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, orange juice, cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally., Remove from heat; stir in pecans, butter and vanilla. Spread into prepared baking pan. Bake 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Break apart; store in an airtight container up to 1 week.

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Omar Dannawi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These pecans are delicious and they're so easy to make.


dylan mcmahon
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These pecans are so good, I could eat them every day.


Shadek Rashid
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I love making these pecans as gifts. They're always appreciated and they're so easy to make.


Sadi Kofarmata
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These pecans are the perfect addition to a holiday cookie plate. They're festive and delicious.


Mhilan Dix
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I've been making these pecans for years and they're always a favorite. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Prety Islam
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These pecans are the perfect snack for a road trip. They're easy to pack and they keep well.


Jackie Solis
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I made these pecans for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Perpetual Chioma Ugwu
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These pecans are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Christine Hadlock
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I'm not a huge fan of pecans, but these are really good. The orange and cinnamon flavors really make them special.


Jagaa Jagaa
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These pecans are the perfect holiday gift. They're festive and delicious, and everyone loves them.


Jaheem Tull
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I was looking for a new pecan recipe and I'm so glad I found this one. The orange and cinnamon flavors are perfect together and the pecans are so crunchy.


M.jameel khan
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I've made these pecans several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect snack or addition to a salad.


Angel Valentin
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These pecans are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of orange and cinnamon.