Description
Savor the rich and inviting flavors of Derby Pecans, a delightful celebration of Southern traditions and tastes, perfect as a snack or party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz pecan halves
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp chopped rosemary (about 1 sprig), plus extra leaves for garnish
- Sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Spread the pecan halves evenly on a large baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes to lightly toast.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat; keep stirring until it foams and turns light brown.
- Remove from heat immediately. Take the pecans out of the oven and add them to the saucepan with the butter.
- Stir in the brown sugar and chopped rosemary until the pecans are well coated.
- Spread the coated pecans back onto the baking sheet in an even layer.
- Return to oven for another 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve warm or let cool completely.
Notes
- Don’t rush the browning of the butter for the best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness and spices to your liking.
- Store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Derby Pecans recipe, Southern snacks, party appetizer