Savory Pecans

Since we have pecan trees in our yard, I may have to try this recipe for the holidays.

2 cups of pecan halves
2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper(cayenne)

1) Heat oven to 300F. In small bowl, mix all ingredients. In ungreased 15x10x1 pan, spread pecans in single layers.

2) Bake uncovered about 10 minutes or until pecans are toasted. Serve warm, or cool completely. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 weeks.

Chinese-Spiced Pecans
Omit ground red pepper. Stir in 2 teaspoons five-spice powder and 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger.

Tex-Mex Pecans
Omit soy sauce and ground red pepper. Stir in 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.

Holiday Inspiration
Variety is the spice of life! Try walnut halves or peanuts, instead of the pecans. Or to really wow, everyone, use whole macadamia nuts(hint-club stores often sell these for a song, but in larger amounts, so split the container with friends)