All-Purpose Pecans

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
  • 1 pound pecan halves
  • 1 tablespoon superfine sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°.
  2. Line a baking pan or restaurant-style half sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  3. Combine the thyme and the egg white in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  4. Add the pecans. Toss until evenly moistened.
  5. Combine the sugar, the salt, the black pepper, and the red pepper in a separate small bowl.
  6. While folding the pecans with one hand, evenly sprinkle in the sugar mixture.
  7. Spread the pecans in an even layer on the baking pan.
  8. Bake for about 17 minutes, or until the pecans begin to darken around the edges and are evenly glazed.
  9. Remove the roasting pan from the oven and let cool at room temperature.
  10. When the pecans have cooled, loosen them from the roasting pan and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

386 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 27.3g 55% DV
Total Fat 19.4g 25% DV
Carbs 34.9g 13% DV
Fiber 13.9g 49% DV
Sugar 3.6g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10020mg 100% DV
Potassium 984.8mg 21% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 106.3mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 81.3mg 90% DV
Calcium 258.8mg 20% DV
Iron 7.8mg 43% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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