2/3 c. pecan halves
2 tsp. butter
1 tbsp. sugar
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper

Use 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon if you like really hot stuff, but pepper MUST BE FRESH.

Place pecans in skillet and cover barely with water. Bring water to a boil over high heat and drain immediately. Place pecans back in pan with next 4 ingredients. Cook over medium to high heat, stirring until pecans brown and mixture caramelizes; then place on a plate to cool.

NOTE: Boiling the pecans permits the other ingredients to stick better.

SUGGESTION: Delicious on salad or as a snack by themselves.