Ilas Freckled Pecans Recipes

SPICED PECANS

Steps:

• Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper; set aside.
• Mix the salt, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon and cardamom in a small bowl; set aside.
• Place the nuts in a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring nearly constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes until they start to brown and smell like they are toasting.
• Add the butter and stir until melted. Add the spices and stir until combined. Add sugar and water, stirring until the mixture thickens and coats the nuts, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
• Transfer the nuts to the prepared pan and separate them with a fork. Cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage.

ITALIAN PEAS

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add frozen peas, and stir in stock. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until the peas are tender, about 5 minutes.

ILA'S PECAN PIE SQUARES

Steps:

• Mix all crust ingredients until dry and crumbly. Press crust firmly into the bottom of a greased 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 - 1" pan. Bake until golden brown for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
• Mix together filling ingredients except pecans. When mixed thoroughly add pecans and pour over baked crust. Bake until filling is set approx 25 minutes - at 350 degrees.