3 c. pecan or walnut halves
1 c. sugar
1/3 c. water
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Heat oven to 275 degrees. Grease cookie sheet. Spread nuts on prepared cookie sheet; bake 10 minutes. In medium sauce pan, combine sugar, water, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Bring to boil; continue cooking for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and nuts. Using slotted spoon, remove nuts to foil or waxed paper. Separate with fork; let dry. Store in airtight container in cool dry place. Makes 4 1/2 cups.