Spiced Pecan Hostess Gift

By tschnet1

Ingredients

• 4 cups unsalted pecan halves
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 4 tsp salt (coarse)
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cayenne
• 1 tsp chili paste

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350º. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine pecans, maple syrup, 3 tsp salt, pepper flakes, chili powder, cayenne and chili paste. Toss to coat.

Spread nuts in a single layer on prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, toss with remaining teaspoon salt and let cool. Serve immediately or store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 1 week.