Crunchy Chili and Brown Sugar Pecans

This is an easy party appetizer or a friend and neighbor holiday gift. One word of caution tho- make plenty because they're positively addicting!

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  cups  raw pecan halves
• 1⁄4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1⁄2 cup  firmly packed light brown sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Place pecans and melted butter in a large bowl and toss until nuts are well-coated.
4. Add remaining ingredients and toss again.
5. Transfer to prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer.
6. Bake until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
7. Remove from oven, immediately loosen nuts with a metal spatula and set aside to cool before serving or placing in gift containers.
8. Makes 4 cups.