Hey y'all...Merry Christmas Eve! It's hard to believe that tomorrow is Christmas. I love Christmas traditions...planning a fun meal with my daughter...making sure we "keep it simple" for my sweet Grandson & cooking my son-in-law's favs. It can get a little hectic but it's the best time in the world for sure! These are the "moments" that you'll remember forever. My grandson Davin reminds me to "keep it simple Gege" I love the fact that he has an "old soul" and loves the old family traditions. Sometimes I tend to forget that the "simple things" are the most memorable. It's not what you cook...or bake it's the memories you are making together in your kitchen. So don't stress...take my grandsons advice & keep it simple. You'll be thankful...I promise you! I know we're alway's baking cookies for Santa which can be time consuming if you decorate them as well. So, I wanted to share a super easy but d'lish classic recipe of "Spiced Pecans." If you're not a pecan fan you can subsitute any nut you prefer. These will disappear fast and honestly they are great for any celebration. Stagger them throughout your charcuterie board and watch everyone enjoy. I will reccomend a non-stick pan due to the sugar. Also adjust the spices to your family's likes. I hope this classic recipe helps you for that last minute baking. I thank y'all so much for following & wishing you a very Merry Christmas. Check back soon for some great recipes using those Holiday leftovers. Enjoy!
Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,
Cat
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Here's all you need...
* one cup sugar
* 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon (adjust to your taste)
* 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
* 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
* 1 tsp. salt
* 1/4 cup water
* 3 cups pecan halves or your desired nuts
* Pinch of Humor (a must in my kitchen)
Here's all you do...
* Combine all ingredients except pecans in a non-stick pan. Cook over medium heat,,,stirring constantly until all sugar is dissolves.
* Continue cooking to soft boil stage about 232 degrees.
* Remove from heat...add pecans & stir until all combined.
* Place on wax paper & separate w/a fork if needed.
* Let cool completely.
* Place in a container or ziplock bag to keep fresh if waiting to gobble them up!
These also make a great gift too. :-)
Talk soon,
Cat
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