Best Orange Pecans Recipes

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MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH SUGARED PECANS



Mandarin Orange Salad With Sugared Pecans image

There are many versions of this salad out there but I couldn't find one exactly like mine here on 'Zaar so I thought I'd throw mine in the mix.

Provided by Krista Roes

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup pecans
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup sugared pecans
8 cups lettuce
1/2 cup sliced green onion
1 cup sliced celery
canned mandarin oranges

Steps:

  • For sugared pecans: combine sugar, margarine, orange juice, cinnamon and red pepper and cook to boiling. Boil for 1 minute. Add pecans and coat well. Bake on cookie sheet at 200 degrees for one hour stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely and store in air-tight container.
  • For dressing: combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • For salad: combine ingredients, adding pecans and oranges last. Add dressing and gently toss.
  • Preparation time does not include cooking pecans.

ORANGE-SUGARED PECANS



Orange-Sugared Pecans image

I regularly cook up these candied pecans for Christmas gift-giving and family munching. The citrusy-sweet flavor is different and delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons orange juice concentrate
2 cups pecan halves
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and orange juice concentrate. Cook over medium-high heat, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in pecans and orange zest. , Beat until mixture thickens and loses its gloss, about 2 minutes. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper to set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ORANGE PECANS



Orange Pecans image

Provided by Deborah Thomas-Gruby

Categories     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Orange     Pecan     Bon Appétit     Florida

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
4 cups pecan halves (about 1 pound)

Steps:

  • Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. Bring first 3 ingredients to boil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 30 seconds. Stir in pecans. Spread pecans on waxed paper. Cool completely. Separate pecans if necessary. (Can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container.)

STICKY ORANGE CHICKEN WITH PARSNIPS, MAPLE & PECANS



Sticky orange chicken with parsnips, maple & pecans image

Pop chicken thighs and root veg into a roasting tin with a sweet and tangy maple glaze for a delicious one-pot dinner

Provided by Sarah Cook

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 blood oranges , 1 juiced, 1 thickly sliced
3 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp sherry vinegar
1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
1 tbsp cranberry or redcurrant jelly , melted
2 parsnips , quartered, peeled and the core cut out and discarded
4 chicken thighs , skin on
140g small shallots , left whole but peeled
2 thyme sprigs , broken up a bit
25g pecans , barely chopped
mixed leaf salad or wilted spinach, to serve (optional)
cooked rice , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Juice 1 of the oranges and whisk together with the maple syrup, olive oil, vinegar, mustard and cranberry jelly. Cut the parsnips into chunky lengths. Put the parnips, chicken thighs and shallots in a roasting tin - make sure everything can sit in a single layer but quite snug. Drizzle over half the orange sauce with some seasoning and toss to coat everything. Roast for 35 mins.
  • Remove the tin from the oven and poke the orange slices in among everything. Scatter over the thyme and drizzle over the rest of the orange sauce. Roast for another 15 mins until the chicken is tender and cooked through, and everything is sticky and golden. Mix in the pecans and cook for another 5 mins. Serve straight away, remembering to scrape out all the sticky juices from the tin, and eat with a mixed leaf salad or some wilted spinach, plus a little rice to soak up the sauce, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 656 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 52 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 40 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 42 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

SOUFFLé OF PUFF PASTRY WITH ORANGE-SCENTED PASTRY CREAM, CANDIED PECANS, AND CARAMEL BUTTER SAUCE



Soufflé of Puff Pastry with Orange-Scented Pastry Cream, Candied Pecans, and Caramel Butter Sauce image

Provided by Francois Payard

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Pecan     Pastry     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

Orange-Scented Pastry Cream
1/2 cup (120 g/4.2 oz) heavy cream
Pastry Cream
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
Caramel Butter Sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp (12 g/0.42 oz) cornstarch
2 cups plus 2 Tbsp (500 g/17.6 oz) water
1 cup (225 g/8 oz) firmly packed light brown sugar
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped
2 Tbsp (30 g/1 oz) unsalted butter
Pinch of salt
1 Tbsp (15 g/0.5 oz) Myers's dark rum
Candied Pecans
1 1/4 cups (125 g/4.4 oz) pecan halves
1/4 cup (60 g/2.1 oz) water
1/4 cup (50 g/1.76 oz) granulated sugar
Puff Pastry Rounds
Puff Pastry
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Special Equipment
medium, plain tip (Ateco #6); 3-inch round pastry cutter

Steps:

  • Orange-Scented Pastry Cream
  • 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, whip the cream to soft peaks.
  • 2. Whisk the Pastry Cream until smooth. Gently fold in the orange zest and whipped cream. Transfer the cream to a pastry bag fitted with a medium, plain tip and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Caramel Butter Sauce
  • 1. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons (30 g/1 oz) of the water.
  • 2. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, vanilla bean pod and seeds, and remaining 2 cups (470 g/16.5 oz) water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the cornstarch mixture and cook, whisking, for another minute. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter, salt, and rum. Keep the sauce warm until serving, or refrigerate it, covered, and rewarm before serving.
  • Candied Pecans
  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the pecans in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • 2. In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring, just until the sugar has dissolved. Pour the syrup over the pecans and toss until combined. Spread the coated pecans on a half-sheet pan and bake for about 8 minutes, tossing once during baking, until browned and fragrant.
  • Puff Pastry Rounds
  • 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a half-sheet pan with a silicone baking mat.
  • 2. On a lightly floured work surface, roll the puff pastry out to a thickness of 1/2 inch. Using a 3-inch round pastry cutter, cut out 10 rounds from the dough. Arrange the rounds on the prepared sheet pan and top with another silicone baking mat and half-sheet pan; this will allow the rounds to rise evenly. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until the rounds are browned and nicely puffed. Remove the top sheet pan and baking mat. Preheat the broiler and dust the rounds liberally with confectioners' sugar. Place the rounds under the broiler until they are caramelized. Assemble the desserts immediately.
  • Assembly
  • While the Puff Pastry Rounds are still hot from the oven, split them in half. Scoop out any undercooked dough from the center of each half and pipe a generous amount of cold Orange-Scented Pastry Cream on the bottom half of the puff. Replace the top of the puff. Place the dessert on a plate and spoon some Caramel Butter Sauce on top of the warm pastry. Garnish with some Candied Pecans.

ORANGE CREAMSICLE CANDIED PECANS



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These are a year-round favorite in our house. We've made several variations and still come back to this one as our all-time favorite. Hand-shelled pecans from Grandma's tree, with a vanilla-orange sugar coating that gets its depth from cinnamon, pepper, rosemary, and a bit of Kahlua® and Grand Marnier®.

Provided by itsshellebelle

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large egg whites
1 teaspoon water
1 teaspoon orange extract
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons orange-flavored liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
1 ½ teaspoons coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua®)
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 tangerine, finely zested
1 pound shelled pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Heavily butter a large metal baking sheet.
  • Beat egg whites and water together in the bowl of a stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Add orange extract and vanilla extract; beat until incorporated, 1 minute.
  • Mix sugar, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; fold sugar mixture into egg white mixture until just incorporated. Fold in rosemary and tangerine zest until evenly mixed. Add pecans to the sugar-egg white mixture; toss to coat. Spread coated pecans in one layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, turning the baking sheet and stirring the pecans with a metal spoon every 8 to 10 minutes, until crispy and golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Transfer to a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 127.6 mg, Sugar 22.4 g

ORANGE AND CINNAMON CRUSTED PECANS



Orange and Cinnamon Crusted Pecans image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1/2 orange, zested
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups toasted pecans

Steps:

  • In a deep saucepan, combine the sugar, water, orange zest, and cinnamon and bring to a boil. Add the pecans and simmer, stirring, as the water evaporates. The glaze will be shiny and transparent at first, then turn opaque, and crystallize as the water cooks away.
  • When the nuts are completely coated with sugar crystals, they are done. Spread them out on a sheet pan to cool. (To wash the saucepan, soak it overnight.)

MANDARIN ORANGE SALAD WITH PECANS



Mandarin Orange Salad with Pecans image

My mom uses almonds when she does this salad. I use pecans. You can also "candy" the pecans by putting thime in a pan with some sugar and cooking until the sugar has caramelized. Remove from the heat and pour onto foil and let cool. Break the pecans apart and toss with the salad.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small shallot, chopped
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil (4 Tbls if not using Walnut oil)
1 tablespoon walnut oil (optional)
coarse salt
black pepper
3 cups frisee (chicory)
3 cups green leaf lettuce
11 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
1/2 cup toasted pecan halves

Steps:

  • Whisk together the shallot, vinegar and oil (s).
  • Season with salt and pepper, set aside.
  • Right before serving, toss with the greens.
  • Top each salad with orange slices and pecans.

SOURDOUGH FRENCH TOAST WITH ORANGE BOURBON BUTTER AND SPICED PECANS



Sourdough French Toast with Orange Bourbon Butter and Spiced Pecans image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 loaves par-baked sourdough baguettes
4 eggs, beaten
Melted butter, for brushing griddle, optional
Orange Bourbon Butter, recipe follows
Spiced Pecans, recipe follows
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted sweet butter, softened
1 tablespoon bourbon (recommended: Jack Daniels)
2 tablespoons orange zest
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon ground star anise
1/2 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
1/2 cup pecan pieces
1 egg white, beaten until foamy

Steps:

  • Preheat a large nonstick griddle or large skillet over high heat.
  • Slice the bread on a diagonal into 1-inch slices. Thoroughly coat the bread with the beaten eggs, but do not soak the bread in the egg mixture-it will fall apart. Lightly brush the griddle with melted butter, if desired. Place the coated bread slices on the griddle. Cook over high heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the pan to warm plates. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon Orange Bourbon Butter and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons Spiced Pecans. Serve immediately.
  • Cream butter in a mixer. Add the bourbon and orange zest and mix well. Leave at room temperature and serve with the French toast. Refrigerate any leftovers.
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, mix the sugar and spices and set aside. In a medium bowl, mix the pecan pieces with the egg white until well coated. Add the sugar and spice blend to the pecans and toss together until well coated. Turn the nut mixture out onto a nonstick cookie sheet and bake until nuts are golden brown, about 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, let cool and then chop into small pieces.
  • Yield: 8 servings

POMEGRANATE GLAZED QUAIL SALAD WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE AND SPICY PECANS



Pomegranate Glazed Quail Salad with Orange Vinaigrette and Spicy Pecans image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups orange juice
2 cups cranberry juice
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (found in Middle Eastern or Hispanic Markets)
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
6 cups chicken stock reduced to 2 cups
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 cups orange juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
3/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
Salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup whole pecans

Steps:

  • Place orange juice, cranberry juice, molasses, and sugar in a small nonreactive sauce pan over high heat and cook until reduced to 1 1/2 cups. Add the reduced chicken stock and cook another 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let cool.;
  • Spicy Orange Vinaigrette: Place orange juice in a small nonreactive pan over high heat and cook until reduced to 1/4-cup. Place reduced orange juice, vinegar, onion, jalapeno and ancho powder in a blender and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil until emulsified. Add the honey and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spicy Pecans: Preheat grill or grill pan. Brush each quail on both sides with the glaze and season with salt and pepper to taste. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  • Assembly: 3 cups mustard greens Spicy Orange Vinaigrette Grilled Quail Spicy Pecans Pomegranate Seeds
  • Place the greens in a bowl and drizzle with some of the Spicy Orange Vinaigrette. Divide the greens among 4 plates.
  • Place 2 grilled quail on each plate. Garnish with Spicy Pecans and pomegranate seeds.

SPICED ORANGE PECANS



Spiced Orange Pecans image

You won't be able to eat just one of these spicy sweet nibblers from field editor Ruth Peterson of Jenison, Michigan. Keep them on hand this season for unexpected company.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons orange juice
2 cups pecan halves
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine egg whites and orange juice. Add pecans and toss to coat; drain. In another large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add pecans and toss to coat. , Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 250° for 30-35 minutes or until dry and lightly browned. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ORANGE GLAZED PECANS



Orange Glazed Pecans image

Make and share this Orange Glazed Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by John 11-44

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 3 Cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg white
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups pecans

Steps:

  • Beat egg white until foamy.
  • Add salt, cinnamon and orange juice.
  • Fold in sugar and mix well.
  • Add pecans.
  • Bake on a well greased cookie sheet at 250 F degrees for 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Turn pecans every 15 minutes.
  • Store in airtight container.

SHAVED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH POMEGRANATE ORANGE VINAIGRETTE AND PECANS



Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Orange Vinaigrette and Pecans image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 navel oranges
3 tablespoons aged sherry vinegar
2 teaspoons pomegranate molasses
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, tough outer leaves removed, thinly sliced or shredded in a food processor
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Trim the top and bottom of each orange. Put the oranges on one flat end and remove the rest of the rind in strips. Working over a bowl (to catch the juice) slice just to the left and right of each membrane, freeing each perfect wedge. Slice each segment in half crosswise and set aside. Squeeze the rest of the juice from the empty membranes into the bowl.
  • Make the vinaigrette: To the bowl with the orange juice, add the vinegar, molasses, orange zest, and salt and pepper to taste, and whisk to combine. Slowly add the oil, whisking until emulsified.
  • Toss the salad: In a large bowl, combine the shaved sprouts, the reserved orange segments, and the pomegranate seeds, add the vinaigrette, and toss to combine. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving or cover and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Transfer to a platter and garnish with pecans.

ORANGE PECANS



Orange Pecans image

A nice appetizer or snack. Especially nice around the holidays, and can be made 3 days ahead. From Bon Appetit, November 1994.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons orange peel, grated
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 cups pecan halves (10 ounces)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300ºF.
  • Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over low heat. Add orange peel, cinnamon, coriander, cloves and cayenne and stir until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
  • Add pecans, then sugar and salt and stir to coat evenly. Transfer nut mixture to baking sheet.
  • Bake until nuts are toasted, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature).

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL W/ CARAMELIZED PECANS



Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball w/ Caramelized Pecans image

Set the tone for your holiday festivities with this delicious - and pretty! - appetizer. Part dip, part dessert, you will love the reaction you get when your guests set eyes on this lovely creation.

Provided by Leah Stacey

Categories     Spreads

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c dried cranberries, chopped
1/4 c frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
16 oz cream cheese, softened to room temp
1/4 c confectioners' sugar
CARAMELIZED PECANS
3/4 c pecans, coarsely chopped
1 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Chop cranberries in a food processor or blender.
  • 2. Add the cream cheese, OJ and sugar. Blend in the processor till all is creamed together.
  • 3. Place onto a sheet of wax paper and shape in a ball the best you can. Let it sit overnight to stiffen up a bit. You can shape it better the next day when it is a little harder.
  • 4. Directions for candied pecans: Melt butter in a pan on med heat add the pecans and sugar and mix well stirring frequently. About 3-5 minutes. Do not let the pecans burn!
  • 5. Lay out a sheet of wax paper and place pecans on the sheet spreading them out. Let them cool.
  • 6. When you are ready to eat the cheese ball take it out of the fridge and shape better. Grab a handful of pecans and place them all over the cheese call till covered. Place cheese ball on a plate and serve!

JOHN'S ORANGE PRALINE PECANS



John's Orange Praline Pecans image

I created this recipe to mimic a praline I swiped from my brother. This is a not-too-grainy, not-too-creamy praline with a hint of orange flavor.

Provided by SUSANRN4KIDS

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Praline Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup white sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
½ cup evaporated milk
¼ cup frozen orange juice concentrate
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups pecan halves or pieces

Steps:

  • Line 12 muffin cups with square sheets of waxed paper.
  • Heat white sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, and frozen orange juice concentrate together in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over low heat; cook and stir until sugar dissolves, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir vanilla extract into the sugar mixture. Fold pecan pieces through the mixture. Cook without stirring until the mixture reaches a temperature of 235 degrees F (113 degrees C), 5 to 10 minutes; remove from heat immediately.
  • Stir candy mixture until it begins to turn opaque and stiff but can still be spooned easily; spoon into prepared muffin cups.
  • Cool pralines completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.5 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 37 mg, Sugar 38.4 g

SALTED BUTTERED PECANS WITH ORANGE AND NUTMEG



Salted Buttered Pecans with Orange and Nutmeg image

The orange zest and nutmeg say holiday, but you can switch up the spices as long as you keep the butter and salt.

Provided by Vivian Howard

Categories     Bon Appétit     snack     Christmas     Nut     Pecan     Orange     Butter     Hors D'Oeuvre     Nutmeg     Quick & Easy     Edible Gift

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups pecan halves
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss pecans, butter, nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp. salt on a rimmed baking sheet to coat. Bake, tossing once, until deepened in color and fragrant, 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and toss with orange zest and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt. Let cool before eating all of them.
  • Do Ahead
  • Pecans can be made 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE, ASPARAGUS, CANDIED PECANS AND ORANGE MINT DRESSING



MIXED GREEN SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE, ASPARAGUS, CANDIED PECANS AND ORANGE MINT DRESSING image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green

Number Of Ingredients 19

Mixed Green Salad Mix
Goat Cheese
Asparagus
1tbsp Olive Oil
1 large egg white
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups pecan halves (8 to 9 ounces)
Dressing:
3/4 cup Vinegar
1/2 cupOrange Juice
Orange Zest
2 tbsp Grainy Mustard
1/2 cup Olive Oil
1/4 cup Finely Minced Mint Leaves
Salt and Pepper to Taste
(I'm not possitive on the amounts, I'm guessing on a bottled dressing that they stopped selling. If you've made dressings before, I'm sure you'll figure it out. If not you could try to find one similar to this one.

Steps:

  • Depending on how much salad you want to make will depend on how much Asparagus, but even if you make too much, you can always save it a few days. So, Roast the Asparagus brushed with olive oil. Let that cool. Preheat oven to 300°F. Brush large rimmed baking sheet with butter. Whisk egg white in bowl until foamy. Add sugar, spices, and salt. Whisk until mixture is thick and opaque. Add pecans; stir until coated. Using forks, transfer nuts to sheet, spacing apart; discard remaining coating. Bake nuts until deep golden brown, about 35 minutes. Cool completely on sheet. Transfer to container; cover and store at room temperature. Make the Dressing. Plac however much asparagus you want on your salad, then crumble goat cheese on top. Add the dressing and sprinkle with the pecans.

WILD RICE WITH PECANS, RAISINS, AND ORANGE ESSENCE



Wild Rice with Pecans, Raisins, and Orange Essence image

Categories     Salad     Rice     Orange     Raisin     Pecan     Wild Rice     Simmer     Boil

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups water
1/2 cup long-grain wild rice
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
1 cup golden raisins
4 green onions (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced on a diagonal
1/4 cup (loosely packed) fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Zest and juice of 1 large orange

Steps:

  • In a medium pot over high heat, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the wild rice, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the rice grains are tender, about 1 hour. Drain the cooked rice and transfer to a bowl to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a second medium pot over high heat, bring remaining 1 cup of water and the white rice to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the rice rest in the pot for 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
  • Combine the wild and white rice, then add the pecans, raisins, onions, and mint and toss to combine.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, orange zest, and juice, then pour it over the rice salad and toss to coat. Cover the salad and let it sit at room temperate for 2 hours. Season with salt and pepper and serve at room temperature.
  • DO AHEAD
  • The RICE SALAD can be prepared ahead and refrigerated, covered, overnight. Bring to room temperature before serving.

ORANGE-CINNAMON PECANS



Orange-Cinnamon Pecans image

With a burst of citrus and spice, these glazed pecan halves taste like Christmas in a bowl. Yuletide gatherings just aren't the same without this crunchy, munchy snack.-Cleo Gonske, Redding, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups pecan halves
1 teaspoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, orange juice, cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally., Remove from heat; stir in pecans, butter and vanilla. Spread into prepared baking pan. Bake 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Break apart; store in an airtight container up to 1 week.

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