Orange Pecans

1. 1

   Combine sugar, cream of tartar and orange juice in a saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring gently, until sugar dissolves. Cover orange mixture and cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes to wash down sugar crystals from sides of pan. Uncover and cook over medium heat to soft ball stage (240u00b0).

2. 2

   Remove from heat and beat with a wooden spoon just until mixture begins to thicken.

3. 3

   Stir in pecans and orange rind.

4. 4

   Working rapidly, drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto wax paper; let cool.

5. 5

   Yields about 2 dozen.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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