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Candied Pecans

Servings 8 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 cups light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder optional for a little kick
  • 4 tablespoons vanilla
  • 2 egg whites
  • 8 cups pecans

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix the sugars and cinnamon together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • In a very large bowl, combine the vanilla and egg whites with a whisk. Add the pecans and stir until they are all evenly coated.
  • Place the pecans and the dry mixture in a large gallon bag and shake until well coated.
  • Pour the pecans onto the baking sheets and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 60 minutes, tossing every 20 minutes.
  • Let cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container.