Orange Chipotle-Spiced Pecan Mix

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Prepare a batch of this smoky-sweet mix to have on hand when visitors drop by. Or pack them into handsome jars to give as gifts.

Nutritional Information
Amount per serving
Calories: 91
Calories from fat: 76%
Fat: 7.7g
Saturated fat: 0.7g
Monounsaturated fat: 4.6g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.4g
Protein: 1.2g
Carbohydrate: 4.8g
Fiber: 0.8g
Cholesterol: 0.0mg
Iron: 0.3mg
Sodium: 98mg
Calcium: 1mg

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon grated orange rind
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 1 large egg white
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 225°.

2. Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir with a whisk. Stir in pecans. Combine sugar, salt, and pepper. Add to pecan mixture; toss well. Spread mixture in a single layer on a jelly-roll pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 225° for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven; cool completely. Stir in cranberries.

Note: Store in an airtight container for up to one week.

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