Candied Pecans

2 T salted butter

3 c pecan halves

1/2 c light brown sugar

1/2 tsp cinnamon

3/4 tsp sea salt

1/4 c water

1 tsp vanilla

Preheat your oven to 350⁰. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the pecans and stir continuously for 3 minutes, until the pecans are lightly toasted. 

Add in the brown sugar, and stir for an additional 2 minutes, until the sugar is melted.

Stir in the cinnamon and salt, then add the water.

Cook, while stirring continuously, until the water is evaporated, about 1-2 minutes.

Add in the vanilla and stir until combined. 

Remove the nuts from the heat and spread them evenly on the baking sheet.

Bake for 5-7 minutes, until the candied pecans are fragrant and lightly crisp.

Remove the nuts from oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.

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