Dessert PecansFor Handy Snacks Following a Meal.

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup pecan halves
• 10 packets artificial sweetener (Do not use Equal)
• 1 cup canola oil
• Salt to taste

1. Bring the water to a boil in a 1-quart saucepan.
2. Add the pecans, boil for 1 minute, then drain well.
3. Transfer the pecans to a bowl, and toss with the artificial sweetener to coat thoroughly.
4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the pecans and saute, stirring constantly or shaking the pan, until the nuts have turned dark brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
6. Using a slotted spoon, remove the nuts to wax paper or paper towels to drain.
7. Sprinkle with salt, and eat slightly warm or at room temperature.

water, pecan halves, packets artificial sweetener, canola oil, salt

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/dessert-pecans-for-handy-snacks-following-a-meal-391609 (may not work)