Texas Pecan Lassies

1. 1

   Toast pecans spread out on a cookie sheet in 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes, stirring pecans about halfway through.

2. 2

   Watch carefully to prevent burning.

3. 3

   In a saucepan large enough to accommodate the eventual addition of the pecans, mix water, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

4. 4

   Cook over medium-low heat until mixture is about the consistency of Karo syrup or molasses -- sort of thickly runny.

5. 5

   Stir constantly.

6. 6

   Add vanilla and mix.

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   Add pecans and stir until pecans are well coated.

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   Spread out on wax paper lined cookie sheet.

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   Cool until you can taste without burning your mouth.

10. 10

    See if you can refrain from gobbling them all up.

11. 11

    Store in airtight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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