toasted pecans

Directions

1. 1

   Toasted Pecans 1 pound pecan halves 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (no substitutes) Salt, to taste Position a rack in the center of the oven,

2. 2

   Spread the pecans on a 15 x 10-inch jellyroll pan and place them on the center rack

3. 3

   Roast, stirring occasionally, until they begin to color, about one hour

4. 4

   Don't let them turn dark

5. 5

   the nuts will darken and crisp as they cool, so don't over-roast them

6. 6

   Remove nuts from the oven

7. 7

   Cut the butter into very small pieces, and add it to them

8. 8

   Stir until it has just melted and the pecans are coated