Candied Pecans

Description: great for snacking, salads, charcuterie boards

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• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• 3 cups pecan halves
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the pecans and stir continuously for 3 minutes, to lightly toast the pecans.
3. Add in the brown sugar, and stir for an additional 2 minutes to melt the sugar.
4. Stir in the cinnamon and salt, and add the water.
5. Cook, stir continuously, until the water is evaporated, 1-2 minutes.
6. Add in the vanilla and stir to coat.
7. Remove from the heat and spread evenly on the baking sheet.
8. Bake for 5-7 minutes, until fragrant and lightly crisp.
9. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.