COCKTAIL ORANGE PECANS

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

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb butter
3 tablespoons orange liqueur (Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
1 tablespoon finely grated orange rind
1 1/2 lbs pecan halves
1 tablespoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat; add in liqueur and orange zest; stir until blended.
  • Remove the pan from heat, add in the pecans, and toss to coat well.
  • Spread the nuts evenly on a large baking sheet and toast in the oven, uncovered, until golden brown, about 30 minutes, tossing the nuts from time to time.
  • Drain on paper towels, sprinkle salt on top; let cool completely, and serve in crystal bowls with cocktails.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1583.7, Fat 168.4, SaturatedFat 39.7, Cholesterol 122, Sodium 2071, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 16.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 16.1

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