How To Toast Pecans

Perfectly Toasted Pecans are easier than you think! Simple technique to toast pecans or any variety of nuts. Adds flavor and texture to all your favorite recipes. Think of all the great pecan pies.

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Course: Snacks to Share

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Author: Jennifer Stewart

Equipment

Commercial Half Sheet Pans (2)

Ingredients

4 cups raw pecans or other nuts about 1 pound
½ cup butter I use sweet cream Kerrygold, unsalted, organic
2 teaspoons kosher salt

Instructions

Melt butter.
Toss pecans with the butter until evenly coated.
Place in an oven preheated to 275F.
Toast for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking. Start checking at 25-30 minutes!
When done, place nuts on a cooling rack covered with paper towels.
Salt the toasted pecans to your liking.
Store in an airtight container when cool.
You can even freeze these for later use!

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Notes

Start low: Keep the oven below 300°F (prefer 250°F to 275°F) so nuts don't cook too fast and they toast all the way through.
Go slow: Start with 10 minute increments, stirring each time. Proper toasting takes patience but creates more flavor
Salt while hot: Add salt right after removing from oven while oils are still warm so it sticks to nuts.
Buy in bulk: Purchase pecan halves in bulk at Costco or the market and save money. Buy whole or halves and chop as needed.
Use quality butter: High quality unsalted butter tastes best and has less water. Substitute avocado oil or coconut oil for neutral flavor.
Separate by size: Make small foil trays to remove smaller nuts while leaving larger ones in longer.
Store properly: Refrigerate in an airtight container for one month. Freeze for 3 months. Vacuum seal for 6 months or more.
Toast in bulk: Perfect for holiday baking season. Toast once and use for weeks in multiple recipes.

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