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August 8, 2011
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Spiced Swedish Nuts

Snacks & Appetizers
Prep time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes

Leftover egg yolks make great Chinese egg drop soup. Just simmer 4 cups chicken broth, then add 1/2 cup chopped green onions. Beat the yolks slightly and drizzle into the hot soup, stirring, until set.

Leftover egg yolks make great Chinese egg drop soup. Just simmer 4 cups chicken broth, then add 1/2 cup chopped green onions. Beat the yolks slightly and drizzle into the hot soup, stirring, until set.

Ingredients

Serves 6 

  • 1 pound pecan halves
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 tablespoons margarine
Directions
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325°F. Spread pecan halves on a baking sheet. Toast until golden and fragrant, about 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, beat egg whites in a large bowl with an electric mixer set at high speed until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes. Gradually add sugar, salt and chili powder while beating.

  3. 3

    Gently stir toasted pecan halves into egg white mixture.

  4. 4

    Melt margarine in a medium baking sheet. Spread pecan mixture evenly over margarine. Bake, stirring every 10 minutes, for 30 minutes.

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Save cleanup time by toasting the pecans in the same baking pan you plan to use in step 4.

Great Pairings

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If crisp rice cereal is not a staple in your pantry, look for the individual serving-size variety packs. Use the rice cereal for these crunchy appetizers and save the rest of the varieties for breakfast.

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