Granny Rowena Harper's Candied Pecans

Submitted by Chief Teer

"This recipe belonged to my Grandmother's Mother, Mary Rowena Harper! It was my Father's favorite snack when he was younger. He could not wait to get a chance to snag a few. Once you've tried these you'll be coming back for more."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 3
• Yields: 1/2 Cup
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1⁄2 cup pecan halves
• 1 tablespoon orange juice

directions

1. In a small bowl combine brown sugar and orange juice. Add pecans and stir to coat.
2. Spread in an 8x8 parchment lined pan.
3. Bake for 12 minutes at 350°F or until nuts are browned and syrup is bubbly, stirring once.
4. Pour out on a greased baking sheet and separate nuts.
5. Cool on a wire rack.