Thyme and Ginger Roasted Pecans

Take the South’s favorite nut, add a pop of zing from ginger and an earthiness from the tiny leaves of fresh thyme and toss everything in a bit of butter. With a little heat, a little sweet this is a fun and fanciful twist on the beloved pecan.

Servings 4 cups of pecans

Equipment

Rimmed baking sheet

Ingredients

1 pound raw pecans, about 4 cups
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
2-½ teaspoons ground ginger
¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2-½ teaspoons kosher salt
4 tablespoons butter, divided

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl stir together the fresh thyme, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, kosher salt, and two tablespoons of the butter.
Spread the pecans out in a single layer onto rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 16 to 18 minutes in a 350-degree oven until roasted and fragrant.
While pecans are still hot add them in batches to the thyme and ginger mixture stirring to coat the pecans.
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and pour over the pecans, stirring to work the herbs, spices, and sugar into the warm nuts.
Check for seasoning, adding additional if needed or to suit your taste. Continue to stir occasionally as nuts cool.