Sweet and Spicy Pecans
(1st Place – ’94 Texas Pecan Growers Conference)
2 cups pecan halves
2 T. butter, melted
1 T. sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. dried crushed red pepper
1/8 tsp. salt
Toss pecans in butter. Combine sugar and remaining ingredients; sprinkle over pecans, tossing to coat. Spread on a baking sheet; bake at 325 degrees for 12 – 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Cool. Yield 2 cups.