SPICED CANDIED PECANS

Spiced Candied Pecans

Adapted from "Real Cajun: Rustic Home Cooking from Donald Link's Louisiana" by Donald Link

• Difficulty: Easy |
• Total Time: 15 mins |
• Makes: 4 servings

With just the right amount of spice and salt to keep you snacking, these nuts by NOLA chef Donald Link (Cochon, Herbsaint) are an ideal companion for a Vieux Carré, or toss some atop a green salad.

Game plan: If you prefer other nuts over pecans, feel free to substitute them in this recipe.

This recipe was featured as part of our Mardi Gras Recipesphoto gallery.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon fresh 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 pound whole, raw pecans

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Place all ingredients except the butter and nuts in a large bowl and stir to combine. Add the melted butter and stir until incorporated. Add the nuts and stir until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stirring once, until golden brown and fragrant. Let cool on the baking sheet.

Recipe provided by Chef Donald Link, author of Real Cajun: Rustic Home Cooking from Donald Link’s Louisiana.