Orange Sugared Pecans

Here is another easy, lovely kitchen gift to make. These pecans have a brown-sugary orange coating that is just delightful. Put in tins or in zip-top bags (inside of a fabric bag or a brown paper bag if you like) for small gifts, stocking stuffers, or a tasty addition to gift baskets. Have fun!

ORANGE SUGARED PECANS

1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
3 tablespoons evaporated milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon freshly grated orange peel
2 cups pecan halves
In small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar and evaporated milk. Cook
over medium heat to 234° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.

Add butter and orange peel; stir to blend. Add pecan halves; stir until all
are coated.

Spread the pecans on a cookie sheet lined with wax paper or parchment paper. When candy coating is firm, gently break pecans apart. Store in covered containers.