CHEESEBOARD WITH WHISKEY ORANGE MARMALADE & CANDIED PECANS

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Put out a selection of 3 good cheeses such as an aged Cheddar, Blue cheese & Gouda. Add a selection of grapes, apple slices, dried apricots and dates and some good bread or crackers. Add these Two accompaniments along with some wine and you have a party.

Provided by Kermit in Huntsville

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup rye whiskey
3/4 cup orange marmalade (Seville is best)
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups pecans (whole)
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup corn syrup
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • To make the marmalade place the whisky in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Add the marmalade and simmer till melted.
  • Take off the stove and add the vanilla.
  • Place in a dish and keep in frig till solidified.
  • To make pecans turn oven on to 325°F.
  • On a sheet pan place a piece of foil or parchment paper and spray well with cooking spray.
  • In a bowl add all ingredients except the pecans and mix well.
  • Add the pecans and mix together well.
  • Bake for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and toss gently with a fork.
  • Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes watching that they do not burn.
  • When cooled break up any large pieces and place in a airtight container until ready to use.
  • Best to keep these in the frig overnight to develop the flavors.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.1, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 455.7, Carbohydrate 44.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 33, Protein 3.9

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