Candied Pumpkin Spice Pecans

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups Diamond of California® Pecan Halves

Preparation

Step 1

In large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat; cook until mixture turns an amber color, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir in pie spice and vanilla; add pecans. Cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer or until pecans are toasted. Spread onto foil to cool. Yield: 2 cups.