Simple Roasted Pecan Halves Recipe
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Simple Roasted Pecan Halves Recipe
Description
In this recipe, pecan halves are evenly spread on a baking sheet and topped with small pats of salted butter and a sprinkle of kosher salt. Roasting at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for two rounds of 10 minutes each, with gentle stirring after the first interval, ensures thorough, even toasting without over-browning.
The butter melts and coats the nuts as they roast, giving a rich, slightly salty finish that complements their natural sweetness. The action of stirring midway through cooking prevents scorching and promotes uniform color and texture.
These roasted pecans are ideal for snacking on their own, adding crunch and flavor to baked goods, or garnishing salads and savory dishes. Cooling the nuts after roasting helps them crisp up and develop a pleasant crunch.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pecan halves
- 4 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place pecan halves on a half sheet pan or cookie sheet, being sure to spread evenly on the pan.
- Break pats of butter into small pieces and place on pecan halves.
- Sprinkle salt all over the pecans.
- Place pan into oven and bake for 10 minutes, then stir gently, turning the pecans as you stir.
- Cook another 10 minutes, watching carefully to make sure they do not over brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 227mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 156mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 138IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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