Orange Pecans

Submitted by Sherrybeth

"These are great for gifts."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 8-10

ingredients

• 3 cups sugar
• 1⁄2 cup orange juice
• 1 lb pecan halves
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons orange peel, grated

directions

1. Mix and boil the sugar, orange juice and water to soft boil stage.
2. Remove from heat and add orange peel and pecans and mix well.
3. Stir until the syrup begins to look cloudy and has thickened.
4. Pour mixture out onto a well greased waxed paper.
5. Allow to cool completely then break apart.
6. Store in airtight containers.